Brian Gralnick

Brian is Director of the Center for Social Responsibility at Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia where he plans the Federation’s and the community’s response to social welfare challenges.  In this capacity, he manages over $4 million in grants related to healthy aging, food insecurity, self-sufficiency and civic engagement.  Brian is also Vice Chair of GenPhilly, a network of emerging professionals who are inspiring Philadelphians to connect with older adults through their work and personal lives. His work on behalf of older adults has included service with the United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Department of Aging.  He has a Master of Science in Social Policy from the University of Pennsylvania and a BA in Criminal Justice from The George Washington University.  Brian has published in the Huffington Post, Philadelphia Inquirer, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and was quoted in Rolling Stone and the Village Voice for his work in founding Students for Sensible Drug Policy.