VOLUNTEERING

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Volunteer With AARP

AARP offers you fabulous opportunities for public service. Put your time, skills, and experience to good use.

Other Ways to Help

Join us in championing your future and that of every generation. From e-advocacy to participation in a National Day of Service, you can express the human need to contribute.

Find the Right Activity

When considering volunteer work, how do you choose what to do? Here are questions to help you weigh your skills, interests, and preferences.

AARP Programs

AARP Driver Safety Program

Tune up your driving skills and update your knowledge of the rules of the road.

AARP Foundation's Grandparent Information Center

This one-stop shop has reference materials and contact information for first-time grandparents and for those raising their grandchildren.

AARP Tax-Aide

AARP Tax-Aide is the nation's largest, free, volunteer-run tax counseling and preparation service. Read this, and learn how to become a volunteer.

2008 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service

Each year, AARP honors the legacy of Dr. Andrus with the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, our most prestigious and visible volunteer award. Nominate your candidate for the 2008 AARP Andrus Award for Community Service.

Join us on May 8 for AARP's Eighth Annual Day of Service. On this day, we hope you'll join thousands of people around the country to make a difference in local communities.

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Volunteering Outdoors

By Susan B. Barnes

Just in time for summer, we've discovered fun ways to spend time outdoors volunteering. Opportunities exist at your nearest national park and internationally.

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A Virtuous Vacation

By Ken Budd

Karen and Ken Budd set off for Costa Rica on vacation. However, theirs had a twist: teaching English to giggling third-graders during a stint with Cross-Cultural Solutions.

From the Online Community

Photo: Ready to Walk

Photo: Ready to Walk
Here's a proud participant in the L.A. County Race for the Cure 2008.
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Group: Day of Service

Group: Day of Service
This post includes a list, "50 Ways to Make a Difference." It's worth bookmarking!
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Giving Peace a Chance

By Robert Schlesinger

A growing number of 50+ Americans are signing up for the Peace Corps.

Virtual Volunteering

By Jennifer Uscher

Don't let time constraints or physical limitations get in the way of being involved. Meet five people who've made a positive impact without leaving their homes or offices.

The Adventures of Stan & Marcia

By Stan Klein

Meet a couple who retired at 60, sold their house and belongings, and have been globe-trotting and volunteering for nine years.

Back to College

By Rosabeth Moss Kanter

Five academics are brainstorming ways to get colleges to train leaders who will improve communities and instill public-service values.