SWPPA Founded in 1988, Southwestern Pennsylvania Partnership for Aging is a volunteer-led non-profit providing a neutral forum for aging and disability issues.

Join SWPPA as an individual or as an organization. Members are invited to serve on one or more of the following committees:

Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh:
We represent two of three Pennsylvania sites in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities. Education & Collaboration:
SWPPA organizes an annual conference, as well as roundtable discussions, trainings and more. Advocacy:
SWPPA promotes policies that better the lives of older adults and people of all ages.

Now Open: READY Communities GrantsThe Pennsylvania Department of Aging has committed $325,000 to support projects servin...
05/06/2026

Now Open: READY Communities Grants

The Pennsylvania Department of Aging has committed $325,000 to support projects serving older adults and people living with dementia across the Commonwealth, and will fund at least 50% of each selected project—with additional co-investment from participating foundations.

Grants of $10K–$50K are available.

Apply by June 12
https://www.giaging.org/ready-communities-rfp

The READY Communities Funding Collaborative is a new public-philanthropic pilot program sponsored by the Department of Aging, coordinated by In Aging (GIA), and supported by philanthropic partners across Pennsylvania.

Home Home READY Communities RFP Resilient Environments for Aging and Dementia in Your Communities (READY) Program OverviewThe READY Communities Funding Collaborative is a new public-philanthropic pilot grantmaking program sponsored by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging (PDA), coordinated by Grantm...

04/28/2026

Last week’s Legislative Lunch hosted by the Southwestern PA Partnership for Aging (SWPPA) brought together state legislators, community leaders, and advocates for a meaningful discussion on issues impacting older adults and individuals with disabilities across our region.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such an engaging and productive conversation—we appreciate your commitment to strengthening our communities!

A special thank you to IUP for hosting the event.

04/13/2026
Join us for the SWPPA Lunch, Legislative Update and review of the 2026 Policy Priorities.
04/01/2026

Join us for the SWPPA Lunch, Legislative Update and review of the 2026 Policy Priorities.

Join the Southwest Pennsylvania Partnership for Aging (SWPPA) for an engaging and informative Networking Lunch and Legislative Update, where connection meets advocacy.

It’s not too late to take advantage of SWPPA’s discounted membership drive. Renew or sign up in the next few days before...
12/29/2025

It’s not too late to take advantage of SWPPA’s discounted membership drive. Renew or sign up in the next few days before the end of December and get 10% off. Don’t miss out on the savings and the benefits! Renew your membership here: https://swppa.wildapricot.org/Sys/Profile
New members sign up here: https://www.swppa.org/memberships/

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Today is Give Big Pittsburgh! Support SWPPA’s work to improve the quality of life for older adults across Southwestern P...
12/02/2025

Today is Give Big Pittsburgh!
Support SWPPA’s work to improve the quality of life for older adults across Southwestern PA. Since 1988, we’ve served as a neutral forum for collaboration, information sharing, and shaping aging policy—engaging members through education, advocacy, networking, and more.
Please consider donating and sharing our campaign link with your network:
https://www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/southwestern-pennsylvania-partnership-for-aging
Thank you for supporting our mission.

SWPPA Membership Drive is ON! Sign up before the end of the year and enjoy 10% off your membership. When you join, you’r...
11/25/2025

SWPPA Membership Drive is ON! Sign up before the end of the year and enjoy 10% off your membership. When you join, you’re not just accessing resources and networking opportunities- you’re becoming part of our advocacy efforts that strengthen our field and protect the work we do. Let’s make a difference together. Join SWPPA today!

The SWPPA 2026 Membership Drive is on!Join before the end of 2025 and your membership will be active for all of 2026 plu...
11/20/2025

The SWPPA 2026 Membership Drive is on!
Join before the end of 2025 and your membership will be active for all of 2026 plus you’ll receive a 10% DISCOUNT. It’s the perfect time to connect, collaborate, and be part of a thriving professional community. Join here: https://www.swppa.org/memberships/
Renew your membership here: https://swppa.wildapricot.org/Sys/Profile

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