GENTREE GLOBAL • EST 1987

Helping Generations Stay Meaningfully Connected

Families change. Technology changes. The need to feel heard, remembered and connected does not. GenTree Global explores practical ways for generations to communicate, share experiences, preserve traditions and remain part of one another’s lives.

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ORIGIN

Connection Is Where GenTree Began

GenTree began with a personal question: How could a grandfather communicate more meaningfully with his grandson?

That question opened a much larger conversation. Families do not remain connected through technology alone. Connection grows through stories, traditions, shared experiences, curiosity and the willingness to keep learning from one another.

GenTree Global exists to explore that conversation and share what we learn with other families.

FAMILY CONNECTION FRAMEWORK

Connection Is Where GenTree Began

Simple, repeatable practices that help grandparents, parents, children, and grandchildren build lasting trust and mutual curiosity.

Conversations Across Generations

Simple ideas for listening better, asking better questions and making room for every generation toparticipate.

Stories and Traditions

Ways to preserve the memories, recipes, customs and experiences that help families understand where they came from.

Shared Experiences

Activities, projects and everyday moments that give grandparents, parents, children and grandchildren something meaningful to do together.

Technology That Serves Connection

Practical research into devices, platforms and emerging tools that may make communication easier without allowing technology to replace the relationship itself

Meet @grandconnections

“The media and research voice of GenTree Global”

John McBride researches, tests and reports on tools, ideas and experiences that may help families communicate and stay connected across generations. The goal is not to chase technology for its own sake. It is to understand what genuinely helps people feel closer, more confident and more involved in one another’s lives.

The TREE

The TREE is not a set of product departments or corporate divisions. It represents the four enduring values that anchor our work, our research, and our service to families.

Timeless Traditions

The customs and shared experiences worth carrying forward

Respecting Heritage

The stories, recipes, places and people that help a family understand itself.

Enriching Lives

The relationships, knowledge and everyday choices that make life at home more meaningful.

Embracing Futures

The willingness to adapt thoughtfully as families, homes and technology change.

FAMILY CONNECTION FRAMEWORK

One Mission and Several Ways to Serve Families

GenTree Global is the shared mission behind a family of companies helping people strengthen connections, make more informed choices and protect the homes and legacies that matter to them.

GenTree Roots

Helps people thrive in place by connecting families, homes and trusted resources.

GenTree Home

Develops commerce and customer relationships around carefully selected home solutions.

GenTree Living

Researches ideas and products, tests audience interest and helps people discover useful choices.

GenTree Publishing

turns what GenTree learns into articles, guides, reports and educational resources.

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Stay Connected to What Matters

Join the GenTree community for thoughtful ideas about communication, shared experiences, family stories and the changing tools that can help generations remain connected.

The Heartbeat of GenTree Global

Our Pillars – The TREE That Guides Us

Our foundation is rooted in four guiding pillars that preserve heritage while embracing innovation. These values ensure families stay connected through meaningful traditions, experiences, and legacies.

Community Impact

Seniors

Find meaningful ways to share their wisdom, recipes, and traditions while discovering innovative tools that keep them connected.

Teens

Gain lasting memories, cultural awareness, and stronger family bonds through engaging stories, games, and shared experiences.

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How the TREE Connects Generations

The four pillars unite families through shared traditions, meaningful experiences, and a shared vision for the future

Timeless Traditions

Cherished Gifts That Connect Generations

Across every culture and generation, traditions tell our story. Our toys and gifts honor diversity while helping families celebrate what makes them unique.

Respecting Heritage

Our Family Tables to Yours

Food brings families together. Our recipe hub preserves heirloom dishes while inspiring new culinary traditions. Share, explore, and celebrate heritage one recipe at a time.

Enriching Lives

Connecting Generations in New Ways

Imagine grandparents and grandchildren exploring virtual worlds together, or playing games designed to bridge generations. Our innovation tools bring connection into the future.

Embracing Futures

Sustainability with a Purpose

Every eco-friendly choice shapes tomorrow. Our curated products help families live responsibly while building a healthier, lasting legacy for generations.

Honoring Our Immigrant Roots

Our grandparents came to America from Ireland, the Czech Republic, and Italy. Their courage, resilience, and love for family shaped our values today.

This rich blend of culture, heritage, and faith is the soil from which GenTree Global grows. We believe in celebrating every family’s roots and keeping the generational connections alive.

GenTree Global FAQs

GenTree Global is a community and marketplace dedicated to strengthening generational connections. We provide families with meaningful products, experiences, and tools — from heirloom-inspired gifts and sustainable goods to games and VR adventures — that help preserve traditions, celebrate heritage, and create lasting memories.

We’re for families who want to connect across generations, especially grandparents and grandchildren. Whether you want to share recipes, preserve stories, play games together, or discover innovative ways to stay close, GenTree Global is designed for you.

Every product we offer — whether toys, gifts, or sustainable items — is chosen with purpose. Unlike generic retailers, our products are designed to inspire bonding, honor family traditions, and foster meaningful conversations across generations.

Not at all! While many of our tools are especially loved by grandparents and grandchildren, GenTree Global is for anyone who values family heritage, storytelling, and connection — parents, teens, and even extended family members.

Simply sign up for our newsletter to stay updated, explore our products, and participate in upcoming programs. By joining, you’ll be part of a growing movement that celebrates legacy, sustainability, and family connection.

GenTree Global was born from a simple but powerful belief: family is the root of who we are. Every tradition, every story, and every shared moment creates a legacy worth passing on. That’s why we create products that don’t just bring joy today — they nurture bonds, honor heritage, and build a future where sustainability and connection go hand in hand. My hope is that through GenTree, families everywhere can celebrate what makes them unique and carry it forward for generations to come.

John & Pam Mcbride

Founders of GenTree Global

The People Behind GenTree Global

GenTree Global was born from a simple but powerful belief: the bond between generations is the root of who we are. From grandparents sharing wisdom and recipes, to grandchildren bringing fresh energy and curiosity, every shared moment becomes part of a lasting legacy. That’s why we create products and experiences that don’t just bring joy today — they strengthen bonds, honor heritage, and build a future where connection between young and old continues to thrive. My hope is that through GenTree, grandparents and grandchildren everywhere can celebrate what makes their family unique and carry it forward for generations to come.

Helping Generations Stay Meaningfully Connected

Connection Is Where GenTree Began

Connection Is Where GenTree Began

Conversations Across Generations

Stories and Traditions

Shared Experiences

Technology That Serves Connection

Meet @grandconnections