COGENERATE

Bridging generations to co-create a better future.

Overview

CoGenerate (formerly Encore.org) is a national nonprofit on a mission to bring older and younger people together to co-create solutions to society’s greatest challenges. Through cross-generational innovation, fellowships, research, and storytelling, CoGenerate works to build a culture that values intergenerational collaboration and shared leadership.

“We envision a world where older and younger people join forces to solve problems, bridge divides, and co‑create the future.”

Action Center

📚 Explore Programs 📊 Read the Research 👥 Learn the Story

DIY Activities & Toolkits

🟢 7 Activities to Foster Intergenerational Connection 🟡 What Young Leaders Want – A Conversation Guide 🟡 Jumpstart a Conversation (Video + Guide) 🟡 Intergenerational Audio or Toolkit: YODA 🟡 What Older Leaders Want – Conversation Guide

Why It Matters

Generational divisions are deepening just when collaboration is needed most. CoGenerate addresses this by building intergenerational bridges that spark innovation, expand belonging, and nurture mutual understanding—offering a replicable model of age-integrated social progress.

Alignment with The Change Lab

CoGenerate aligns with The Change Lab pathways of Civic Engagement (norm-shifting and shared responsibility), Community Infrastructure (support for programs that increase belonging and collaboration), and Sustainability Equity (ensuring older and younger populations thrive together economically and socially).

Engagement Level

🟢 Level 1 – Awareness and Access 🟡 Level 2 – Exploration and Expression 🟠 Level 3 – Participation and Practice 🔴 Level 4 – Advocacy and Accountability (Not primary)

Curious

Activated

Pathways

Civic Engagement

Community Infrastructure

Sustainability Equity

Quick Facts

Founded: 1997 (as Civic Ventures); rebranded to CoGenerate in 2022

Leadership: Marc Freedman (Founder & Co-CEO), Eunice Lin Nichols (Co-CEO)

Key Programs: CoGen Challenge, Innovation Fellowships, Generations Serving Together, Encore Physicians

Headquarters: San Francisco, CA, USA

Source: https://cogenerate.org/

Keywords: Intergenerational, CoGenerate, Age-Inclusive, Fellowship, Civic Engagement, Generations, Collaboration, Belonging, Community Cohesion, Social Innovation, Shared Power, Norm Shift, Collective Action

Profile created by The Change Lab | www.thechangelab.net