VOLUNTEERING
AARP is calling on its members to Create the Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved.
AARP Programs
The AARP Andrus Award
The AARP Andrus Award pays tribute to individuals who, like our founder, have generated positive social change in the world. AARP is proud to present its 2009 Andrus Award to Norman Lear.
AARP Driver Safety Program
Tune up your driving skills and update your knowledge of the rules of the road.
AARP Foundation's Grandparenting Program
This one-stop shop has reference materials and contact information for first-time grandparents and for those raising their grandchildren.
Volunteer With AARP
AARP offers you fabulous opportunities for public service. Put your time, skills, and experience to good use.
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. Read about the 2009 winners.
Voices
James Brown: AARP's New Community Ambassador
AARP Community Ambassador James Brown, known as "JB" to millions of sports fans, is pairing up with AARP to educate Americans on the importance of community service and to encourage them to make a difference by living life to the fullest.
Tools
Charitable Giving Calculator
Enter your giving amount and federal tax rate to determine your tax savings.
Older volunteers teach children about the value of good nutrition and exercise.
Andrus Award for Community Service
Each year, AARP honors the legacy of Dr. Andrus with the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, our most prestigious and visible volunteer award. If you know someone deserving, please nominate that individual by clicking on the following link.
Volunteering: Priceless Experience for Free
Volunteering isn't just about helping others, it's a chance to learn new things, meet new people, and, have some FREE fun.
From the Online Community
Group: Volunteers
Get involved with other users in making your community and world a better place today.
Join Group
Group: Create the Good
Do you tutor students? Donate meals? Run for a cure? Inspire us!
Join Group
It's Easy Being Green
Find simple tips on saving energy and living with eco-consciousness.
Strengthening Her Sisters
A born crusader, Sandra Ramos has spent her adult life fighting to make sure battered women have the support and services they need. And she has no plans to slow down.
In the Hills, a Hidden Hurt
Each year, Remote Area Medical treats scores of under- and uninsured people in Wise, Va. This year, the clinic drew more than 4,000 people who otherwise cannot access health care. Another clinic in Los Angeles had to turn patients away.
Kudos For Making A Difference
Each year, AARP honors the legacy of Dr. Andrus with the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service, our most prestigious and visible volunteer award.
MORE VOLUNTEERING ARTICLES
- Teach a Soldier to Fish
- Celebrities Call for Community Service
- Volunteers Remember the Forgotten
- Serving Our Neighbors
- From Job Loss to Peace Corps
- A Call to Service
- A Quick Study: Library Volunteers
- Educators Volunteer Thousands of Hours
- Giving Vets a Little R&R
- Seniors Lend Helping Hands
- Virtual Volunteering
- About Civic Duty: Up With People
- Travel Auctions for Charity
- A Program Without Borders: Helping Immigrants
AARP Member Benefits
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More to Explore
Retirement Calculator
Use this interactive tool to estimate your future income and expenses.
The New World of Job Searching
Get expert advice on conducting a successful job search from AARP.org careers columnist Bob Skladany.
More From AARP
Finding the One
Where have all the good men (and women) gone? Look here.
Health Care News
AARP is re-engaging both sides in the debate on health care reform.
You're Never Too Old
Life in the fast lane: This 102-year-old man drives a suped-up Camaro.
Member Discount
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Rock 'n' Roll Dreams?
Make your rock 'n' roll dreams come true at this fantasy camp for adults.
'Wall Street' Sweeps
Enter for a chance to win a trip and two tickets to this sequel's premiere!
Grandparenting
How does birth order affect your grandkids' personalities?
Attitude Adjustment
Does your reputation affect your work life and success?
AARP in Your State
The budget's at the start- ing gate of Kentucky law- makers' 60-day session.
Sowing and Reaping
Fresh salad anyone? This group is just for vegetable gardeners.
Films That Get 'Reel'
Check out the fab flicks that won Movies for Grownups® awards.
Happy Returns?
Why do retailers get so testy with customers who bring back gifts?
