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40 Million, We Did It Together

Thanks to you, we made the impossible possible. Together, we improved the lives of 40 million older adults. That’s 40 million people aging with dignity, purpose, and security—and your support made it possible.

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Our Mission

Aging well is everyone's right.

NCOA delivers the resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy our nation needs to ensure that every person can age with health and financial security.

Our Work

For more than 75 years, NCOA has built bridges for change alongside generations of families, ensuring their economic, health, and social well-being.

Learn about our work
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Our Promise

We are working toward aging well for every person. Explore what we know, what we value, and what we will do to effect change.

Read our commitment
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For every $1 raised, 93¢ goes directly into NCOA programs.

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$668M

in public assistance applications submitted

$64.6M

awarded to community-based organizations

43,092

people participated in chronic disease and falls prevention workshops

47,150

professionals participated in e-learning

Our Partners Help Make Our Work Possible

NCOA is your partner to improve the lives of older adults. We work with corporate partners and foundations to educate nationally and activate locally, so we all can live with dignity and independence.

Want to build awareness for an issue important to your organization?

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Network and Get Inspired

Age+Action 2026

Age+Action® is May 26-29, 2026, in Arlington, Virginia, where aging services professionals can discover innovative programs, network with colleagues, and gather ideas and inspiration for improving the lives of older adults.


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NCOA's Policy Roadmap

NCOA’s Public Policy Positions center on a common purpose—to ensure that aging well is a right for all, not a privilege for a few. Learn what guides our advocacy efforts and how they will improve the lives of millions.

What the Data Tells Us About Aging

Latest NCOA Research

NCOA fields surveys and analyzes that shine a light on the changing realities of aging—especially for older adults facing health and financial insecurity. Learn where older adults need support most—and where solutions can make the biggest difference.

Explore our research and findings

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