AARP's Vision, Mission, Motto

Vision

A society in which everyone ages with dignity and purpose, and in which AARP helps people fulfill their goals and dreams.

Mission

AARP is dedicated to enhancing quality of life for all as we age.  We lead positive social change and deliver value to members through information, advocacy and service.

Motto

“To serve, not to be served.”

The AARP Motto was articulated by founder Ethel Percy Andrus (1884-1967.) The most authentic source for the correct wording of this motto is the book entitled The Wisdom of Ethel Percy Andrus. It was published in 1968 by NRTA and AARP.

About AARP

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50+ have independence, choice and control in ways that are beneficial and affordable to them and society as a whole. We produce AARP The Magazine, published bimonthly; AARP Bulletin, our monthly newspaper; AARP Segunda Juventud, our bimonthly magazine in Spanish and English; NRTA Live & Learn, our quarterly newsletter for 50+ educators; and our website, www.aarp.org. AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. We have staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.