The League of Extraordinary Grandparents (LEGs) is founded on the belief every life matters and every kid is important and every grandparent-type relationship makes a difference.
Our mission is to connect Grand-hearts with Grand-needs and provide positive intergenerational connections and relationships for foster kids each month.
Our vision for this program is to create a safe, fun place for foster and at-risk children to connect with older volunteer adults to experience extra nurturing, unconditional caring, and all the benefits kind, patient grandparents provide.
Who We Serve
LEGs is a nonprofit startup program focused on bringing foster and at-risk/underserved children, ages 4 - 10, together with older adults in a positive, intergenerational experience for a grandparent-to-child nurturing connection in uniquely designed activities every month.
We also provide space for parents to network in their own area if they wish, and programs that can enrich their parenting experience.
Our Purpose
We provide time for creativity, fun, imagination, relationship-building. We give root to positive connections between older adults and kids. We give kids, who may or may not have grandparents in their lives, opportunities to have fun with older adults for meaningful connections with younger people. Our program may help depression for all who participate. Relationships with 'grand-parents' can improve younger children’s social skills, self-worth, and teach companionship - access to more friends. LEGs aslo provides a support outlet space for the parents each event day, just for them.
A Journey of Love: Founder's Story
Inspired by my own experiences, I realized the profound impact that meaningful connections can have on a child's life. This organization aims to bridge the gap between foster children and loving grandparent volunteers, creating a nurturing community where everyone can thrive.