The rapidly growing Grandparents for Vaccines (GFV) announced today that Kimberly Boller, PhD, a national leader in nonprofit management, fundraising and community health education, has assumed the role of Inaugural Executive Director.
Boller, who is an adjunct faculty member at the Rutgers School of Public Health, joined Grandparents for Vaccines three months ago as a volunteer and state leader in New Jersey. Her appointment marks the organization’s transition from a founder-led effort powered by deeply committed volunteer leaders to a national organization with dedicated leadership and the systems needed to support continued growth.
“Grandparents have a unique and trusted role in families,” said Boller. “Their lived experience with vaccine-preventable diseases and their concern for future generations are powerful. I’m excited to work with the Board and volunteers to strengthen the organization and expand its ability to deliver vital, science-based information to people weighing important health decisions.”
Boller has more than 25 years of experience leading systems-change efforts and research focused on children, families, and community health. She has held senior leadership roles at national research organizations, family foundations, and professional associations, with responsibility for strategy, operations, fundraising, and team leadership. Over the course of her career, she has secured more than $100 million in grants and contracts and led multidisciplinary teams working across policy, research, and practice.
“Dr. Boller understands both our mission and what it takes to build a strong organization,” said Arthur Lavin, Founder and Chair of the Board of Directors of Grandparents for Vaccines. “She brings the experience we need as we grow our volunteer base, strengthen our infrastructure and operations, all toward helping us impact the national conversation on protecting our grandchildren through vaccination.”
As Executive Director, Boller will focus on building the infrastructure needed to support volunteers, expanding fundraising, and increasing engagement with grandparents across the country to advance the shared goal of keeping our grandchildren safe. A key priority is ensuring that volunteers feel supported, well-organized, and confident that their time and skills are making a difference.
Boller holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive and Developmental Psychology from Rutgers University and has published widely on early childhood development, health, and program implementation.
GFV, a volunteer-led organization, launched on Grandparents Day, September 7, 2025.
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