GetSetUp turns 2 and is expanding to meet the needs of the 1.4 billion people who will be 60+ by 2030

GetSetUp turns 2 and is expanding to meet the needs of the 1.4 billion people who will be 60+ by 2030
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As we reflect on how far we have come, we know that none of this would have been possible without the unwavering support of our community. Committed investors, staff, and volunteers have all contributed to creating a movement focused on building a positive and empowering community where people can age well, from anywhere in the world.

Our Mission and Achievements

As we continue our mission to help those over 55 learn new skills, connect with others, and unlock new life experiences, we are making a global impact. We are helping people stay mentally and physically fit, creating economic opportunities through jobs and re-skilling, and offering communities where individuals find meaning and purpose by sharing their knowledge, passions, and forming new connections.

How Far We Have Come

  • Over 100 partnerships, including 7 statewide partnerships (MI/WA/NY/CA/WY/SD/VT) and 57 healthcare partners, recognizing GetSetUp as a health and wellness benefit for their 6 million eligible older adults.
  • 4.6 million older adult learners have benefited from our service.
  • Over 31,917 classes taught, making us the largest global community focused on healthy aging.
  • 800% year-over-year growth in users from 2020, showing that this is a massively underserved market.
  • $1.1 million+ invested in older adults to create content on our site since January 2021.

Our Impact on the Community

  • Fitness: We have improved the quality of life for older adults globally, providing access to virtual classes and fitness resources tailored for aging.
  • Health and Wellness: We help people understand how to manage aging-related ailments through healthy behavior shifts. A recent Learner survey found that 46% of Learners rated their overall health as a 9 or 10, out of 10, after becoming members of the community.
  • Finance: We have enhanced financial inclusion, particularly for women in markets lacking access to financial education, through classes on managing finances and useful tools.
  • Food and Nutrition: We have enabled people worldwide to learn how to eat healthily and affordably while discovering each other’s cuisines.
  • Social Hours and Classes: We have helped break stereotypes and connected older adults globally on topics they are passionate about.
  • Connections: We have facilitated real friendships between peers both locally and internationally, connecting people virtually and in person.

What Sets Us Apart

  • Our platform empowers older people to solve their own problems by teaching and helping each other through peer-to-peer learning.
  • Over 4.6 million people connect in a safe community where they can find others with similar interests.
  • 4,450 unique sessions have been created by our community of older adults.
  • Over 100 empowered older adults share their knowledge with others, with a 95% year-over-year growth in creators.
  • We offer 24/7 around-the-clock classes on an inclusive tech platform, understanding that not everyone can download apps to participate virtually.
  • Our customer satisfaction rate is 4.9/5.
  • GetSetUp has been featured in over 500 articles, including publications like Forbes, USA Today, The New York Times, and many more.
  • $1.1 million invested in GetSetUp content creators since January 2021.
  • $20.6 million raised in funding from key investors like Cowboy Ventures, Primetime Partners, LightShed Ventures, Rethink Education, and more.

Looking Ahead

Together, we are addressing the needs of the growing older population, expected to reach over 30% of the global population aged 60+ by 2030. With partnerships spanning AAAs, State Departments of Aging, Health & Social Services, benefit/corporate wellness programs, Health Insurance Plans, Senior living communities, State library systems, and other organizations, we are offering free resources to support older adults.

As we celebrate our second anniversary, we express our deepest gratitude to the people, partners, and organizations that have made the GetSetUp community a thriving success!