Create the Good, Operation Energy Save, Volunteering for Boomers, Lend a Hand—AARP

CREATE THE GOOD

JOIN OUR NETWORK

AARP can show you many ways to make a difference for people in your community. Some ideas take as little as an hour. Join AARP’s Create The Good network and we will e-mail you new ideas and opportunities.

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GET INVOLVED

The AARP Foundation is seeking bilingual Tax-Aide volunteers. To find out more about the program, click here. Be sure to specify your second language on the application.

CONNECT WITH OTHERS

Did you help a friend today? Or are you looking to see how you can help? Connect with others in our Create The Good online community group.

Project Energy Save

The high cost of energy could make this a tough winter—especially for some older neighbors and friends, who may be on fixed incomes or living alone. The good news is that there is a simple way you can help.

By using the AARP Operation Energy Save checklist of quick maintenance tips, you can make a difference for someone you know in just an hour or so.

More to Give

Americans Age 50+ Want to Serve

People between the ages of 44 and 79 are ready and willing to pick up the mantle of volunteerism worn by earlier generations, according to a report by AARP and Civic Enterprises.

•  45 Million Americans Have More to Give
•  Read the Key Findings and Download the Report

A Call To Serve

As part of our growing commitment to service, AARP co-sponsored the ServiceNation Summit on Sept. 11 and 12, 2008. ServiceNation is a year-long effort to expand our nation's commitment to service by creating opportunities for Americans to help in their communities and beyond.
•  Read the Event Coverage
•  New Bill Encourages Volunteerism

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Find out more ways you can serve your community:

•  Help educate others about financial security
•  Make your neighborhood more livable
•  Assist others in finding work
•  Help others live more healthy lives
•  Lend a hand to a caregiver or care recipient


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