The Chronicle of Philanthropy

Charity Work Isn't the Solution for All Older Americans

As the oldest of the 78 million baby boomers approach retirement, more and more people are promoting ways to get older Americans involved in volunteering with nonprofit and other organizations to help fill unmet community and social needs.

Compared with the apocalyptic scenario, favored by the news media, of...

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