Friends for Good named in '9 Best Charities That Combat Loneliness'

Loneliness is a rapidly spreading epidemic. The number of people who live alone has increased by 30% in the last few decades. As a result, 60% of American adults report feeling lonely, with Generation Z being the loneliest generation. What’s more, prolonged social isolation increases all-cause mortality by 32% and is as harmful to overall health as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Fortunately, charities worldwide are fighting to provide critical emotional and mental support to people struggling with solitude. So we had to ask: What are the best charities that combat loneliness?

Whether you want to help people of all ages form meaningful connections, decrease the stigma around loneliness, or advance professional help for people who have a hard time coping emotionally with their lives, there is a charity for you. Keep reading to learn more about what the best charities that combat loneliness are all about, how they work, and what would be your best way to make a contribution.

Here’s What All the Best Charities That Combat Loneliness Have in Common

• The charities on this list were chosen based on their impact, mission, and level of support against loneliness. They mainly operate in North America, the UK, and Australia, helping community members find reliable social networks.  
• Most of the charities below work to create friendly, intimate environments for people to open up and overcome feelings of isolation.
• In addition, they build social clubs to organize interactive activities, from nature walks and art creation to café meetups, to encourage self-expression in group settings. Some charities also provide classes on diverse subjects of interest to promote friendship-building through learning experiences.
• Furthermore, some charities run helplines to offer immediate, professional support to anyone lonely and needing a compassionate listener.
• Yet, all these charities share the same goal of lifting people out of loneliness and into connection.

These Are the 9 Best Charities That Combat Loneliness in 2024

Below are our favorite charities that combat loneliness:

1. The Jed Foundation
2. For All Ages
3. Senior Friendship Centers
4. Best Buddies International
5. Samaritans
6. u3a
7. Friends for Good
8. The Wolfpack Project
9. b:friend

For Impactful Ninja's full summary of these charities, please view the original article