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National Council on Aging logo. We believe every person deserves to age well. That’s why we’re on a path to improve the lives of 40 million older adults by 2030.

Donate to NCOA

When you donate to NCOA, we put your gift to work by connecting people to benefits and programs that can help them pay for food and other daily expenses. Last year alone, NCOA improved the health and financial security of 2.3 million people. But millions more are struggling.  

Contribute to our programs, accomplishments, societal impact, and progress toward NCOA's goal of improving the lives of 40 million older adults by 2030.

How your gift to NCOA helps older adults

Nutritious meals are key to maintaining good health as we age. Food prices continue to rise and can be difficult for many older adults to afford. Yet, more than half of those who are eligible are missing out on programs that can help.  

Now more than ever, your generosity changes lives. Thank you for your support.

Why donate to the National Council on Aging

For 70 years, we’ve changed the world for many people. We were the first national voice for older adults. We helped end mandatory retirement. We advocated to secure Medicare, Medicaid, and the Older Americans Act. Local organizations turned to us for support as they served older adults every day. And we built tools that empower people to age with dignity and independence.

Your donation to NCOA helps us deliver the resources, digital tools, best practices, and advocacy our nation needs to ensure that every person can age with health and financial security.  

Tax Identification 

The National Council on Aging is a qualified 501(c)(3) organization, and all gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. NCOA's Federal Tax ID# is 13-1932384. 

We are a top-rated charity by BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Candid, Charity Navigator, and Charity Watch. 

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

$588M

in public assistance applications submitted.

$45M

awarded to community-based organizations.

25,500

hours of technical assistance provided to local nonprofits.

$125M

in vaccine outreach funding delivered to the aging services network.

We're a Top-Rated Charity

  • Better Business Bureau® Accredited Charity badge logo
  • Best in America seal: America's Best Charities
  • Platinum Transparency 2024 Candid
  • Charity Navigator logo
  • Charity Watch top-rated charity

Ways to Give to NCOA

Your generosity brings us a little closer toward a just and caring society in which each of us, as we age, lives with dignity, purpose, and security. Learn more about the ways you can give to NCOA.

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