To assist those who give their hearts unconditionally for those they love.

Mission Statement

Assisting those who assist others unconditionally and look for nothing in return but give everything for others so that their lives may be enriched and blessed.

What is GPL?

Grandparents Love is a nonprofit 501(c)3 created to support and assist grandparents who are raising their grandkids. Grandparents aren’t doing this because they have to, they do it because they love them and are devoted to the next generation. The mission of GPL is to provide the basic resources and support that custodial grandparents so desperately need when taking on the responsibility of bringing up their grandchildren.

How big is the issue?

According to a recent HARC survey, about 1.9% of children 17 and under in the Coachella Valley are being raised by their grandparents. And it continues to grow, with the vast majority under the age of 11. With 88,360 Coachella Valley children 17 and under, almost 1,800 are living with their grandparents.

How can you help?

By giving support and understanding.  We know that the caregiving role can enhance a grandparent’s sense of purpose in life and can contribute to the satisfaction of maintaining the family’s continuing identity and well-being. Grandparents can provide love, security, encouragement, and structure for grandchildren – especially for those who might otherwise be in a foster care home.

A grandparent can act as a “safety net” for children whose families have been damaged by death, drug abuse, family violence, abuse, incarceration, or divorce. The mission of GPL, then, is to provide the resources and support that custodial grandparents so desperately need when taking on the responsibility of bringing up their grandchildren.

With your donations and support, GPL will be providing the desperately needed support for grandparents through like minded groups, in-kind donations and more.  We are assisting those who need help making ends meet with car repairs, appliances, clothing, food and other basic needs that pose a challenge once the grandkids come into their homes.