Our Impact
1982
Oasis is founded
587k
Older adults served
250
Communities served
800
Partners in 33 states
7,600
Lifelong learning classes
3,500
Health classes offered nationwide
6,200
Adults volunteer through Oasis annually
525k
K–3 students served by Oasis literacy tutors
St. Louis Oasis is part of a nationwide nonprofit empowering older adults to continue learning, stay healthy, and give back to their communities.
Oasis programs impact over 200 communities through 9 education centers and 800+ partners in 33 states. Since 1982, Oasis has served 587,000+ older adults, offering 7,600+ lifelong learning and 3,500+ health classes annually. Evidence-based programs include fall prevention, chronic disease management, and peer-led discussions, alongside fitness, nutrition, and wellness classes.
Each year, 6,200+ volunteers contribute to our mission, totaling 13.7 million hours valued at $400M+ since 1982. Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring has helped 525,000+ K-3 students improve reading skills.
The award-winning Oasis Connections technology training program has provided 25,000+ classes since 2000, tailored for older adults with 30+ courses on mobile and PC skills. Launched in 2020, Oasis Everywhere offers virtual classes via Zoom, reaching 153 communities and 11,547 participants, with numbers growing.
Who We Serve
St. Louis Oasis primarily serves older adults, with the average participant being 50 years or older. However, Oasis programs attract a diverse group, including retirees, seniors, and lifelong learners who seek to stay active, engaged, and connected to their community. While the core demographic leans toward older adults, participation varies, reflecting a broad spectrum of interests and backgrounds.
“Having spent the past 40 plus years as leading experts on the topic of meaningful aging, we’re ahead of the curve in preparing for the future of a longer-living society. The Oasis model of engagement, cognitive stimulation, active lifestyle promotion, and purposeful volunteering can only get better through new research, partnerships, and specialized programs.”
Oasis National Leadership Team
Press Resources
Let’s Get Social
Our Impact
St. Louis Oasis is part of a nationwide nonprofit empowering older adults to continue learning, stay healthy, and give back to their communities. Oasis programs impact over 200 communities through 9 education centers and 800+ partners in 33 states. Since 1982, Oasis has served 587,000+ older adults, offering 7,600+ lifelong learning and 3,500+ health classes annually. Evidence-based programs include fall prevention, chronic disease management, and peer-led discussions, alongside fitness, nutrition, and wellness classes.
Each year, 6,200+ volunteers contribute to our mission, totaling 13.7 million hours valued at $400M+ since 1982. Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring has helped 525,000+ K-3 students improve reading skills.
Launched in 2020, Oasis Everywhere offers virtual classes via Zoom, reaching 153 communities and 11,547 participants, with numbers growing.
Our Impact
1982
Oasis is founded
587k
Older adults served
250
Communities served
800
Partners in 33 states
7,600
Lifelong learning classes
3,500
Health classes offered nationwide
6,200
Adults volunteer through Oasis annually
525k
K–3 students served by Oasis literacy tutors
St. Louis Oasis is part of a nationwide nonprofit empowering older adults to continue learning, stay healthy, and give back to their communities. Oasis programs impact over 200 communities through 9 education centers and 800+ partners in 33 states. Since 1982, Oasis has served 587,000+ older adults, offering 7,600+ lifelong learning and 3,500+ health classes annually. Evidence-based programs include fall prevention, chronic disease management, and peer-led discussions, alongside fitness, nutrition, and wellness classes.
Each year, 6,200+ volunteers contribute to our mission, totaling 13.7 million hours valued at $400M+ since 1982. Oasis Intergenerational Tutoring has helped 525,000+ K-3 students improve reading skills.
Launched in 2020, Oasis Everywhere offers virtual classes via Zoom, reaching 153 communities and 11,547 participants, with numbers growing.
Who We Serve
St. Louis Oasis primarily serves older adults, with the average participant being 50 years or older. However, Oasis programs attract a diverse group, including retirees, seniors, and lifelong learners who seek to stay active, engaged, and connected to their community. While the core demographic leans toward older adults, participation varies, reflecting a broad spectrum of interests and backgrounds.
“Having spent the past 40 plus years as leading experts on the topic of meaningful aging, we’re ahead of the curve in preparing for the future of a longer-living society. The Oasis model of engagement, cognitive stimulation, active lifestyle promotion, and purposeful volunteering can only get better through new research, partnerships, and specialized programs.”
Oasis National Leadership Team
Press Resources
Let’s Get Social
Who We Serve
St. Louis Oasis primarily serves older adults, with the average participant being 50 years or older. However, Oasis programs attract a diverse group, including retirees, seniors, and lifelong learners who seek to stay active, engaged, and connected to their community. While the core demographic leans toward older adults, participation varies, reflecting a broad spectrum of interests and backgrounds.
“Having spent the past 40 plus years as leading experts on the topic of meaningful aging, we’re ahead of the curve in preparing for the future of a longer-living society. The Oasis model of engagement, cognitive stimulation, active lifestyle promotion, and purposeful volunteering can only get better through new research, partnerships, and specialized programs.”
National Leadership Team
