PRINCETON NJ Press Release

The Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP) Receives Grants to Enhance the Community

Princeton, NJ - The Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP) is proud to announce the receipt of two significant grants from the Princeton Area Community Foundation, which will support its mission to foster a more inclusive, age-friendly community and strengthen its organizational capacity to deliver impactful programs and services.

Community Impact Grant

The Princeton Area Community Foundation has awarded CMAP a $38,200 Community Impact Grant to expand its Community Outreach: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) initiatives and combat ageism through intergenerational programming. This funding will enable CMAP to:

• Deepen its outreach to underserved populations, including racial and ethnic minority seniors, LGBTQ+ seniors, and those facing social and economic barriers.
• Expand on our innovative intergenerational programs that bridge gaps between generations, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration.
• Enhance public education to challenge stereotypes about aging and celebrate the rich contributions of older adults to society.

“This grant will allow us to strengthen our commitment to creating an inclusive and equitable community while addressing ageism through transformative intergenerational connections,” said Drew Dyson, Chief Executive Officer of CMAP.

Bunbury Fund Grant

In addition, CMAP has been awarded a one-year grant of $74,500 from the Bunbury Fund at the Princeton Area Community Foundation to develop a robust program evaluation framework and increase the organization’s capacity for data-driven decision-making. The grant will support:

• The creation of a comprehensive program evaluation system to measure the effectiveness and impact of CMAP’s services.
• Investments in database efficiency to better manage and analyze program data.
• Staff training and resources to enhance CMAP’s ability to assess and refine programs for long-term sustainability.

“With the support of the Bunbury Fund, we can ensure our programs are not only meeting the immediate needs of our community but also driving meaningful, measurable outcomes that make a lasting difference,” added Dr. Dyson.

A Commitment to Innovation and Excellence

These grants underscore CMAP’s dedication to innovation, inclusion, and excellence in serving the diverse needs of older adults in Princeton and beyond. As CMAP celebrates its fiftieth anniversary in 2024, these investments will play a critical role in advancing its mission and impact in the community.

For more information about the Center for Modern Aging Princeton and its programs, please visit cmaprinceton.org or contact Drew Dyson at ddyson@cmaprinceton.org or call 609.751.9699, ext. 101.

CMAP, the Center for Modern Aging Princeton (formerly Princeton Senior Resource Center), is a community nonprofit where aging adults and their families find support, guidance, education, and social programs to help them navigate life transitions and continue to be active, healthy, and engaged in the community. Founded in September 1974 as “Tenant Services” at Spruce Circle, CMAP has grown to serve more than 6,500 older adults annually from throughout the greater Princeton region.