As a network that educates, serves and advocates for older adults and their families, GGS sponsors an annual gerontology scholarship award program for older adults. This program provides a scholarship opportunity to attend the GGS Annual Conference for older adults in Georgia. It was first awarded in 2018 and was renamed in 2023 to honor the memory of Lois Ricci, a past president and lifelong advocate for older adults. By sponsoring this award, we aim to promote continued interest and involvement in aging-related issues across the lifespan.

One recipient will be selected to receive the Older Adult Conference Scholarship and will receive:

• Free conference registration,
• Free conference lodging,
• Mileage Reimbursement, 
• A free GGS annual membership.

To be eligible for this scholarship, you should:

• Be an older adult who demonstrates interest and involvement in aging related issues,
• Be a resident of Georgia,
• Have a financial need.

The application must be received by midnight on April 25, 2025. Please note that mailed documents must be in hand by April 25, 2025, not postmarked by April 25, 2025. 

Applicants will be notified of the committee's decision by May 16, 2025.

For this application, the following items are required:  

• Demographic information,
• A 500-word or less essay describing personal or career goals and commitment to the field of aging,
• A 500-word or less statement of financial need, and
• A current résumé or curriculum vitae, if applicable. Email to administrator@georgiagerontologysociety.org with the words Resume or CV for [Your Name] in the subject line.

If you cannot or do not wish to complete this application online, please contact GGS  at administrator@georgiagerontologysociety.org.  Please write "GGS Older Adult Scholarship" in the subject line.