How will Civic Ventures add value to the grants?
Since the late 1990s Civic Ventures has worked to reframe the debate about aging in America and redefine the second half of life as a source of social and individual renewal. In 2007, Civic Ventures will launch a major national effort to increase interest, awareness and opportunities around 50+ adults who are looking for careers that contribute to the greater good. The community colleges that win the Encore Career Grants will be key participants in the national discussion Civic Ventures prompts – and part of the vanguard of individuals and institutions that will likely take shape as a major movement in the 21rst century. In addition, Civic Ventures will promote the best practices culled from the successful community colleges in a widely-circulated report, on our web site, and in outreach to our constituents and to mainstream media.
