Friends Foundation for the Aging Grant

Friends Foundation for the Aging Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Friends Foundation for the Aging
Last Updated: February 03, 2026

Summary

The Friends Foundation for the Aging Grant supports innovative and impactful programs aimed at addressing the needs of older adults, particularly within underserved populations. This Quaker foundation prioritizes collaboration and sustainability in its funding efforts. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) public charities focused on enhancing the quality of life for aging individuals. Grants are typically awarded for one year and target organizations that align with the foundation's mission and values.

Overview

NOTE: The process begins with a conversation with the FFA Director.  Conversations should occur at least 3 weeks prior to the proposal deadline. The proposing organization may then be invited to submit a New Grant Proposal. Friends Foundation for the Aging FFA focuses its grant-making activity on innovative, impactful, collaborative and replicable programs that address aging issues and reflect FFA values. Most grants are made to Quaker organizations in the U.S. FFA also focuses on grants to 501C3 non-profit organizations in the PA-NJ-NY area which address unmet needs for aging adults in under-served populations. Mission Friends Foundation for the Aging is a Quaker foundation supporting organizations that provide innovative, sustainable, equitable programs and leadership to advance healthy aging for older adults and their families, grounded in Friends’ values. Vision A world where older adults have dignity and self-determination, are valued and respected, and have adequate resources, housing, healthcare, support and community. Values Friends Foundation for the Aging values and philosophy flow from the Quaker testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality (equity), and stewardship, providing the lens through which possible grants are viewed. Guiding principles include: Guiding Principles: Service to diverse populationsPotential to create changeLeveraging resourcesCollaborationEngagement of employees and participantsIntegration of servicesContinuing engagement of FFA

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Grantee organizations must be 501c3 public charities addressing the needs of older adults.  Most grants are made for programs, not for capital expenses, and are made for one year.

Ineligibility

No grants are made to individuals.