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Adventures Afloat: Alaska’s Inside Passage Up Close
Program 11479
The Galápagos: Natural and Cultural History
Program 6043
Winter in Southern Europe With Road Scholar
PEAR Scholarship Fact Sheet
Learn why we created a “Professional Educator’s Assistance and Recognition” Scholarship — or “PEAR” for short — a special kind of financial assistance specifically to help active and retired educators turn the dream of experiencing one of our educational adventures into a reality.
Unique Adventures
STEM Adventures for Grandchildren
Science, tech, engineering and math (known collectively as “STEM”) provide the perfect opportunities for learning and fun. Learn through hands-on activities with your grandchild on these educational adventures.
Our Changing Planet
Communities across the United States are working to find solutions to the impact climate change is having on their local environments. Learn about their extraordinary efforts — and take part yourself — on these educational adventures.
Discover Black History
In order to understand the complete history of a place, we must study the stories of prominent figures and ordinary citizens alike from every background. Each of these programs includes distinctive lectures, historical sites or museums that focus on black history.
… For Road Scholars to find community
9 Top Tips for Staying Healthy in Retirement (I’m Trying Tip #7 Myself!)
From diet ideas to exercise tips, retired Road Scholars share their wellness advice on how to stay healthy in retirement. Read their retirement health tips here!
“Activity is the fountain of youth.”
Read the blogWomen-Only Adventures
Women-Only Adventures
Sedona’s Healing Arts For Women: Yoga, Qi Gong, Ayurveda and More
Women at the Fire: An Art Introduction to Glass, Clay and Steel
Program 22772
Road Scholar Alumni Magazines
Road Scholar Alumni Magazine: Fall 2019
In this issue: The Need for Bridges in Our Lives (p. 2); Oaxaca & Poughkeepsie: Sister Cities United (p. 8); An African-American Woman Preparing to Take the Civil Rights Historic Journey (p.18)
Road Scholar Alumni Magazine: Spring 2019
In this issue: The Galápagos & Machu Picchu: What I Saw, Learned & Brought Back as Gifts to My Life (p. 4); How Newswoman, Mother and Road Scholar Faith Levitt Created a Legacy (p. 11); Lending a Hand at the Rose Parade (p.15)
Road Scholar Alumni Magazine: Fall 2018
In this issue: 9 Ways a Road Scholar Adventure Can Change Your Grandchild’s Life (p. 6); Grand Canyon: For the Adventurer in All of Us (p. 12); What Advice Would You Give Your Younger Self? (p. 21)
… For Road Scholars to make memories that last a lifetime
A Road Scholar Romance: Island Magic for Nancy and Al
When Nancy Binder and Al Berens ventured off to Hawaii for a Road Scholar program in 2001, they didn’t expect to fall in love. But they shared passions for learning, travel and whales.
“Never in a hundred years did I expect this trip to Hawaii to be such a life-changing experience.”
Read their love storyA Journey to Normandy: How One Man Follows His Father’s Footsteps On D-Day
Creating Lasting Memories With Your Grandchild, With Mike Zoob
Thanks, Grandparents, for the best summer ever!
… For Road Scholars to find respite and relief
A Thank-You Note That Will Make Your Day
It is always heartening when we hear directly from someone whose life has been deeply changed by a Road Scholar experience — and of the enormous difference our generous donors are making by supporting Road Scholar.
“This experience helped me restore my sense of well-being and helped keep my mind and spirit open. During this trip, I was able to ‘just be.’”
Read the blogLearn How Road Scholar’s Caregiver Grants Can Make a Difference in Your Life
Thank you for supporting Road Scholar in 2019.
Meet Collette, a 2019 Caregiver Grant Recipient
Meet Ann, a 2018 Caregiver Grant Recipient
Meet Linda, a 2016 Caregiver Grant Recipient
Meet Tina, a 2017 Caregiver Grant Recipient
Caregiver Grant Fact Sheet
Road Scholar grants provide educational travel opportunities for family caregivers.
… For Road Scholars to continue creating enriching educational experiences
Meet Road Scholar: University of the World
How Donations Impact Road Scholar
6 Ways Your Donation Will Change Lives
By donating to not-for-profit Road Scholar, you’ll support a vital part of our educational mission as a university of the world.
Road Scholar’s Road to Technology
For more than 40 years, Road Scholar has strived to offer educational experiences that meet the needs of older adults. To continue to do this effectively and efficiently, one of our most important initiatives is replacing the technology we use to operate our programs and serve our participants. We call this project our Core Systems Replacement.
A Gift That Gives Back
A charitable gift annuity is a great way to add to your income, reduce taxes and help secure the future of Road Scholar
