Glorya Bolden, Founder
A Message from our Founder:
On March 11, 2019 my youngest daughter passed away from kidney failure and I became a Mom again of her 4 children. Not much later, I learned that grandparents who accept the responsibility of raising their grandchildren is a growing phenomenon globally. The Grandparents Community Network was formed August 22, 2022 (as a 501(c)(3).
Who are we: We are a dedicated network committed to addressing the unique challenges faced by grandparents who are raising their grandchildren. We believe that by uniting our efforts, we can create comprehensive solutions that support and empower these extraordinary caregivers.
The Problem: Grandparents who step into the role of primary caregivers often face significant social, financial, and emotional challenges. Although we are currently based soley in Texas we extend our support nationally.
The Solution and Impact: We have assisted grandparents in various states with utility assistance, prescriptions, clothing, back to school supplies, car payment assistance and repairs, gasoline, emotional support, crisis intervention and other various nontraditional needs. We currently receive funding from the Founder’s fundraising efforts and personal contributions. Our staff are current volunteers. Our organizational structural consists of 5 board members including the Founder who governs the day-to-day operations and, 1 administrative assistant two volunteer support roles.
Our Mission:
The Grandparents Community Network’s current goal is to provide basic needs, special needs, transitional emergencies and non-traditional circumstances that are not met by community resources or state and federal dollars. We also aspire to provide scholarships for education. We mobilize the collective action of the community sectors to address existing issues, create vital resources, advocate for policies on the local, state and federal level that address the unique needs of grandparents and their families.
Our Vision:
To build a global community network of grandparents who will morally and economically influence the future of their grandchildren without compromising their personal needs. We aspire to form strategic partnerships will assist to achieve the objectives, goals and mission of the organizations.
About the Founder and Organizational Structure:
As the visionary leader of this organization, I believe that all things ultimately belong to God for God to bring honor and glory to Him. This Vision was conceptualized out of a dire need to address the pain and cries of a vastly growing ignored population.
Therefore the values, principles, and structure of this institution are firmly grounded in my biblical beliefs and governed by the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Many of our affiliated members and leaders also share a faith-based worldview. However, we do not discriminate against or exclude those whose personal beliefs may differ, as we seek to embrace a diversity of perspectives while upholding our core mission and convictions.