Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Embracing the Future
The EveryAge Foundation provides benevolent support for people in need and funding for programs that enrich the lives of the EveryAge family.
Our 2025 Featured Funds
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE FUND
Grants aid for employees who find themselves in an unexpected financial hardship. Eligible employees have been employed with EveryAge for at least one year and apply through their Executive Director.
FOUNDATION FUND
Supports all of the Foundation’s works and special projects.
SPIRITUAL LIFE FUND
Furnishes programs, equipment, and more to support the Chaplain’s important work and enhance the spiritual life experience for all residents.
CAMPUS ENRICHMENT FUND
Enriches life for everyone on campus by sponsoring programs, activities, and special projects.
UCC Family Fund
Provides partial assistance to potential residents in the form of subsidies for entrance fees or monthly fees. United Church of Christ (UCC) members and/or 10+ year employees of the UCC or its member ministries are eligible to apply.
INNOVATION FUND
Provides financial support for new ideas, devices or methods. Funds will be used to support the not-for- profit mission of EveryAge and position the organization as a leader and innovator around the most challenging issues facing seniors today and into the future.
BENEVOLENT FUND
Assists residents under contract whose financial resources have depleted through no fault of their own. This fund also assists indigent residents with health care services.
GRANT A DREAM FUND
Renews and celebrates a resident’s passion for life by providing longed-for experiences. Dreams granted have included a day at the ballpark, music lessons, a trip to a skydiving simulator, etc.
EMPLOYEE EDUCATION FUND
Reimburses tuition and book expense for employees who want to enhance their work-related skills or advance to a new level. Employees are reimbursed based on their academic achievement and must be employed for one year to be eligible.
FAMILY NAMED ENDOWMENTS
Available for a gift of $100,000 or more. Paperwork is required before death.
Planned Giving
There are as many different ways to support the EveryAge Foundation as there are needs for your support. Planning a gift is more than just finding a need.
Click the button below to explore information on:
- Planned giving information and calculators
- Free estate planning guides
- Up-to-date tax changes and laws
- Bequest language
- Donor stories
- Latest news articles on planning, savvy living, finance and much more!
Legacy Giving provides the resources necessary to sustain excellence and preserve the future of the programs at EveryAge.
Foundation Board of Trustees
The EveryAge Foundation’s success is in large part a credit to our Board of Trustees. The board is filled with people who possess outstanding qualifications and strong dedication to improving the lives of our residents and employees.
2024-2025 EVERYAGE foundation board OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS
Rev. Larry Bolick – Chair
Rev. Dr. Ken Clapp – Vice-Chair
Mrs. Melva Cooper – Secretary
Mr. Joe Beaman – Treasurer
Mr. Parker Howell – Additional Member
Ms. Lee Syria, EveryAge President & CEO – Additional Member
Rev. Thad S. Austin, PhD, EveryAge Foundation Vice -President of Philanthropy – Assistant Secretary to the Board
Mrs. Tammy Jones, EveryAge CFO – Assistant Treasurer to the Board
2024-2025 Board Of Trustees Members
Rev. Larry Bolick, Salisbury, NC
Mr. Joe Beaman, Newton, NC
Mrs. Melva Cooper, Newton, NC
Ms. Barbara Ellington, Suffolk, VA
Mrs. JoAnne Flick, Taylorsville, NC
Mrs. Marcia Hoffmann, Thomasville, NC
Dr. Leroy Howell, Suffolk, VA
Mr. Parker Howell, Suffolk, VA
Mrs. Lydia Duke, Suffolk, VA
Mr. Ted Wilson, Blowing Rock, NC
Mr. Greg Alcorn, Salisbury, NC
Mr. John Frank, Thomasville, NC
Rev. Dr. Ken Clapp, Salisbury, NC
Mrs. Rita Johnson, Newton, NC
Mr. Robert Scott, Suffolk, VA
Ex-officio MEMBERS (with voice and vote)
Ms. Lee Syria, Cornelius, NC
Ex-officio MEMBERS (non-voting)
Rev. Thad S. Austin, PhD, Denver, NC
Rev. Dr. Edward Davis, Burlington, NC
Mrs. Tammy Jones, Statesville, NC
Foundation Staff
Vice President of Philanthropy
Rev. Thad S. Austin, PhD
A wealth of educational and work experience has positioned Thad to spearhead the next chapter of charitable giving at EveryAge. Pastor, teacher, author, speaker, and leader, Thad is uniquely equipped to develop corporate and community giving in service to both senior living resources and quality of life.
Director of Philanthropy
Patrick (PJ) Gorman, MDiv
A graduate of Duke Divinity School, PJ has a deep interest in service endeavors, especially in the fields of pastoral care and continuing education. He’s excited to be involved in the growth of a mission-oriented organization and to help develop its programs and people to their full advantage.
FOUNDATION NEWS & EVENTS
A Dream Worth Remembering: Honoring One Veteran’s Legacy of Love and Service
(May 2, 2025) – For the past 18 years, George Taylor and his wife have called Lake Prince Woods home. In 2021, their paths diverged slightly when George’s health needs required him to move into the skilled nursing unit, while his wife remained in assisted living....
A Heart’s Journey Home: John’s Dream to Return to Boone Comes True
John Sweitzer turned 91 years old on March 21st—and this year, his birthday came with a beautiful surprise that brought him to tears. It’s been ten years since John last saw his hometown of Boone, nestled in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Now a resident at New...
Kaleidoscope: Fall 2024 Edition
(October 25, 2024) – To view the latest edition of our Kaleidoscope publication, which shares stories and events related to EveryAge and the EveryAge Foundation, please click the small cover image below. In this enhanced digital version, you’ll find highlighted links...
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Support Our Programs
There are as many different ways to support the EveryAge Foundation programs:
- Give a monetary gift (cash, check, credit card)
- Contribute goods or needed supplies for our communities
- Donate stock or property
- Roll over funds from an IRA
- Designate EveryAge Foundation in an obituary as a recipient of memorial contributions (in lieu of flowers)
- Leave a legacy gift
Questions About Giving?
Contact the EveryAge Foundation at (828) 465-8013 or [email protected].
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