AGING WELL: SEE ALL TOPICS
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
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Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
ABOUT US
About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
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Help NCOA Make an Impact
Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

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AGING WELL: SEE ALL TOPICS
Aging Well
For most older adults, good health and financial wellness ensures independence, security, and the ability to afford a longer life. Discover tools and resources to improve quality of life and tips to make the most of your money.
PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES: SEE ALL TOPICS
Professional Resources
Improving the lives of older adults, especially those who are struggling, is not just your job–it’s at your core. Gain your inspiration here and find NCOA tools, tips, and resources to help improve your delivery and service.
ABOUT US
About NCOA
We believe every person deserves to age well, regardless of their background. Learn more about the work we do, the people we serve, and why aging well matters now more than ever.
GET INVOLVED
Help NCOA Make an Impact
Help us build a more just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Explore how to support our mission, partner with us, and advocate on behalf of older adults.

Grant Opportunities and Resources

NCOA offers grants to community based organizations and also provides support and information on how to apply for and manage grants. (Photo by: Nate Smallwood for Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh)

For Professionals

Funding Opportunity: Older Adult Mental Health

Mar 20, 2026

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Why Should Your Organization Receive This Grant?

Jul 21, 2025

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Tips for Contracting a Grant Consultant

Jul 09, 2025

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How A Grants Management Strategy Can Enhance Your Sustainability Strategy

Sep 17, 2024

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How to Successfully Write Competitive Grants as a Community-Based Organization

Feb 23, 2022

Give NCOA permission to upload your program data uploaded to the National CDSME or Falls Prevention Database.

Health at Home Challenge

Funding opportunity

The Administration for Community Living (ACL) seeks to support independence, improve health, and reduce costs for dually eligible (or near-dually eligible) Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries by scaling advanced community care networks.

Learn More and Apply

NCOA Benefits Enrollment Centers

NCOA 2026 Grantees

Meet the 90 community-based organizations across 40 states and territories that are helping older adults and people with disabilities enroll into benefits programs to help pay for health care, food, medicine, and more.

Learn More about Our 2026 Grantees

Grant Writing Resources

How to Successfully Write Competitive Grants as a Community-Based Organization

Feb 23, 2022

Give NCOA permission to upload your program data uploaded to the National CDSME or Falls Prevention Database.

Succeed at Grant Proposals: Have a Plan and a Process

Aug 29, 2022

Top Five Ways to Prepare for a Notice of Funding Opportunity

Dec 01, 2022

Tips for Developing a Compelling Budget Justification Presentation for a Grant Proposal

Nov 30, 2022

More Stories

Meet our Direct Care Workforce Strategies Center Partners
Jun 11, 2026
Helping Dual Eligibles: How State Medicaid Agencies and State Health Insurance Programs Collaborate
Mar 20, 2026
Funding Opportunity: Older Adult Mental Health
Mar 20, 2026
Part D Low Income Subsidy/Extra Help Eligibility and Coverage Chart
Mar 19, 2026

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