Grandparents Month

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Did you know?

Nearly seven million children nationwide live with their grandparents, and millions more count on their grandparents every day for the love and nurturing that only grandparents can give.

Each September, we celebrate Grandparents Month, and we hope that you'll join with us in 2011!

Read last year's White House Proclamation on Grandparents Day!


Resources 

Did You Know?  Facts About Grandfamilies (PDF)
Did You Know?  Facts About Grandfamilies Pt. 2 (PDF)
These "Did You Know" fact sheets are downloadable and printable.  You can share them with friends, relatives, colleagues, community members - anyone you think would be interested or want to know more about grandparents and grandchildren!

Bring Your Grandparent to School Day (PDF)
Most schools have "Bring a Parent to School Day," but what about grandparents?  Why not have a special event at your child or grandchild's school to celebrate the generations?   This guide will help you get started!

Plan a Build-A-Bridge Event (PDF)
You've heard about "bridging the gap" between the generations - well, here's your chance to literally build a bridge between grandparents and grandchildren!

Plan a Grandparents Picnic (PDF)
Summer is coming to an end in September, so take advantage of the fall weather and host a picnic for grandparents in your community.  This guide helps you think through the process for a successful event.

Have another idea?  Email us at info@grandparentsforchildren.org and we'll post them here!  We'll even send you a package of 100 free pens and magnets to distribute!  Check with us for more materials if you're interested.


Scholarship Contest

Grand MagazineThe National Committee of Grandparents for Children's Rights is also partnering with GRAND Magazine to offer two $1,000 scholarships to high school students.  

The contest information can be downloaded below:





Coloring Pages

Coloring Page One (PDF)

Coloring Page Two (PDF)

Coloring Page Three (PDF)

Coloring Page Four (PDF)


Want to Sponsor Grandparents Month in 2012?

Email us at info@grandparentsforchildren.org or call 518-833-0215 for more information.