With the skills, experiences, and resources they have to give, older Americans are a terrific resource for young people and their time is desperately needed. Today's youth are facing risks never before imagined, including pressures to use alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs. And many of them are facing these pressures alone. Changes in family structures and neighborhood networks mean that many young people are spending an increased amount of time unsupervised. What today's young people need are fun, structured, and challenging ways to spend their free time. They want someone to care about them, listen to them, and teach them. Older Americans can play that role.