We were built by a grandfather who is living this story
Millions of grandparents across the country are raising their grandchildren--stepping up when a child had nowhere else to turn. It's A Grand Life exists to make sure they don't do it alone.
Our Story
Craig explains the mission and who we've helped so far with It's A Grand Life
2.5 million grandparents in the U.S. are raising their grandchildren.
55%
Of grandparents raising grandchildren are working.
39%
Have no parents of the grandchildren living in the home.
26%
Of grandparents raising grandchildren have a disability.
18%
Live below the poverty level
Data Source: Generations United, 2025 State of Grandfamilies and Kinship Caregivers Report
Are you a Grandparent raising a grandchild?
We may be able to help
It's a Grand Life provides direct financial assistance — washers, school clothes, holiday meals, back-to-school supplies — to grandparents raising grandchildren in need.
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We work with trusted nonprofit partners across the country to reach families where they are, vet every request, and make sure every dollar raised goes directly to the families who need it most.
It's A Grand Life is committed to Grandparents
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Named Grandparent Organization of the Year 2025 by Generations United
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Founded in 2023
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Over 300 Grand Families helped
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Nearly every dollar raised goes towards helping Grand Families
