The Gray Panthers is a national organization of intergenerational activists dedicated to social change. We are age and youth in action. For almost thirty years, Gray Panthers have worked to make America a better place to live for the young, the old, and everyone-in-between. Taking on our society's toughest problems — peace, health care, jobs, and housing — Gray Panthers have been effective in creating change. Whether at the local, state or federal level, Gray Panthers fight to change laws and attitudes for social justice. Founded in 1970 by social activist Maggie Kuhn, Gray Panthers believe that all Americans should benefit from our country's abundance. Today Panthers are active in more than 50 local "Networks" attacking problems from an intergenerational perspective.



Gray Panthers work on multiple issues that include: Peace, Jobs for All, Housing, Anti-Discrimination (ageism, sexism, racism), Family Security, Environment, Campaign Reform, and the United Nations. Over the years, Gray Panthers stopped forced retirement at age 65, exposed nursing home abuse, and worked in coalition for Universal Health Care. Gray Panthers mobilize voters on a variety of issues. Respected by their local, state and federal officials, Gray Panthers speak out on the issues that affect us all. Nationally, Gray Panthers fight to expand health care programs, promote peace, earn greater rights for the disabled, and create decent housing. We believe that together, we can make a difference.