Friends for Life

06/23/2026

Gone in a flash. ⚡️ Discounted tickets for the 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser are almost gone, and once they’re out, they’re out!

Join us for a fun-filled day supporting Friends For Life and helping empower seniors and people with disabilities to live as independently as possible. ❤️🏀 Plus, our silent auction goes live Monday, so stay tuned for even more ways to join the fun and support the mission!

🎫 EVENT: 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser
📅 DATE: Saturday, July 11, 2026
📍 LOCATION: MCC Highlands Gym, 1400 College Dr, Waco, TX 76708

⚠️ TICKET WARNING: Only 100 discounted tickets are available!
Use code FRIENDS for 15% OFF — but only for the first 100 tickets, so don’t wait!

Lock in your spot now before they’re gone:
🔗 https://secure.qgiv.com/event/grannybb/

06/22/2026

It’s that time of year again! 🏀 The Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser is back, and you won’t want to miss it!

Join us on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 2:30 PM–5:00 PM at MCC’s Highlands Gym as the Waco 6-Shooters — a team of women 50+ playing by 1920s-era rules — take on our Famous Friends, a team of local celebrities ready to battle it out on the court. Trust us, it’s as fun as it sounds.

Come enjoy a raffle, silent auction, and plenty of laughs — all while supporting Friends for Life and our mission to help seniors and people with disabilities live independently and thrive in our community.

🎟️ Grab your tickets, bring your crew, and come pick a side: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/grannybb/

Interested in sponsoring? We’d love to hear from you!

A heartfelt thank you to GGA Pest for sponsoring the production of this video. We are so grateful for your support of our mission! 🙌

06/15/2026

🚨 LAST CALL! 🏀

Pre-orders for the Official Granny Basketball Fundraiser T-shirt close on June 17th — don't miss your chance to rep the cause and look great doing it! 👕💜

Every shirt supports Friends for Life, helping seniors and people with disabilities right here in our community. Plus, you'll be ready to cheer on Waco's own Six-Shooters at the 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Game on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at MCC's Highlands Gym! 🏆

Six-on-six. 1920s rules. 100% heart. You don't want to miss this one. 💪

👉 Grab your shirt before it's too late: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/grannybb/items/
🎟️ Event info, tickets & sponsorships: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/grannybb/

Tag a friend who needs this shirt in their closet! ⬇️

06/11/2026

We want to give a massive, heartfelt THANK YOU to the incredible volunteers at Friends for Life Waco! ❤️

Thank you to everyone who attended the volunteer appreciation event and to every volunteer who gives their time, energy, and heart to serve others. Your kindness does not go unnoticed, and your impact reaches far beyond what words can express.

Whether you’re delivering warm meals, taking a neighbor to a doctor’s appointment, mowing a lawn, or simply taking time to visit and brighten a lonely senior’s day—your dedication makes the impossible possible.

Because of your compassion and willingness to roll up your sleeves, the most vulnerable members of our Waco community know they don’t have to face life’s challenges alone. You embody what it means to be a true friend, and you help create a community built on dignity, care, and connection.

Your service brings comfort, hope, and practical help to those who need it most. Every ride given, every meal delivered, every visit made, and every act of kindness helps remind someone that they are seen, valued, and loved.

Want to join this amazing team or support their mission?
👉 Visit the Friends for Life website at https://friendsforlife.org/ to learn about volunteer opportunities and ways you can make an impact.

06/11/2026

From California to Waco where our NVCN team toured Friends for Life. Wow! What an impressive organization. Their approach is intergenerational and faith-based with a dedicated team that reverberates love.

06/08/2026

TOMORROW‼️

06/08/2026

🏀 Don’t miss the Early Bird Specials for the 3rd Annual Granny Basketball Fundraiser!

Grab your tickets early and save $2 per ticket when you purchase before June 15 — and that’s not all! Early bird buyers also get a discount on raffle tickets too.

Join us on Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 2:30 PM at The Highlands Gym in Waco for a fun-filled game between the Six Shooters and the Famous Friends, all benefiting Friends for Life.

🎟️ Get your tickets now at FriendsForLife.org or https://secure.qgiv.com/event/grannybb/

Join us on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 2:30 PM at The Highlands Gym in Waco for a fun-filled game between the Six Shooters and the Famous Friends, all benefiting Friends for Life.

06/05/2026

🛡️ You’re invited! Join the Partnering to Protect Symposium on June 16, 2026, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM at CTCOG, 2180 N Main St, Belton, TX.

This event will highlight ways to protect older adults and individuals with disabilities across Central Texas, with topics including:
-Medicare fraud prevention
-Adult Protective Services collaboration
-Disability protection resources
-Financial safety and scam prevention

Who should attend: caregivers, families, healthcare professionals, social workers, advocates, law enforcement, and community members.

Register by Friday, June 12 at 12 PM using registration link: https://ziply.pk/ZmXrLk

For more information, call Central Texas Area Agency on Aging: (254) 770-2330.

06/02/2026