San Diego Oasis: Recognized for Excellence in Healthy Aging & Intergenerational Tutoring

San Diego Oasis is a nationally recognized, award-winning nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of people 50 and better across the San Diego region.

Our mission is rooted in a three-fold approach that promotes healthy aging:
Lifelong Learning | Healthy Living | Intergenerational Community Service

We’re proud to be honored for the impact we make every day—empowering older adults to stay engaged, active, and connected.

2025:
Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring named Program of Distinction by Generations United, a prestigious national award.

2024:
Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring named Program of Distinction by Generations United, a prestigious national award.

2023:

  • CSO50 Award Winner for AI Edge Security and Thought Leadership
  • Simona Valanciute selected one of the Most Influential People in San Diego, San Diego Business Journal

2022: 

  • Simona Valanciute selected one of the Most Influential People in San Diego, San Diego Business Journal
  • Generations United’s Program of Merit for “Generations Together” Intergenerational Summer Camp

2020:
Public Health Champion award by the County of San Diego’s Covid19 Leadership.

2019:
wo Impact Awards: by the North San Diego Business Chamber and the Escondido Chamber.

2018: 
NBC Universal Project Innovation Award for Technology Efforts with Older Adults.

2017:
Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring named Program of Distinction by Generations United, a prestigious national award.

2016:
Excellence Award by KUSI and Torrey Pines Bank, Breaking Away Excellence Award.

2014: 
Charity Navigator: 4 stars out of 4 stars. Our sound fiscal management practices and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned us a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator.

2013: 
Gloria Cavanaugh Award for Excellence in Training and Education is given by American Society on Aging (ASA) to organizations with significant and long-term contributions to the field which have created visibility for exemplary training and educational efforts. ASA also requires that training, education or staff development must be accurate, current, culturally appropriate and comprehensive.

2012: 
Social Impact 100 Index (S&I 100). Due to our focus on evidence-based programs and our track record of delivering results, OASIS was named to the S&I 100, a list of the top 100 nonprofit organizations in the United States that have broad social impact and deliver results.