Iowa Volunteering

AARP Iowa Volunteering

Polk County Couple Receives AARP’s Top Award for Community Service

Volunteering together has been a second calling for Don and Betty Winston of Windsor Heights, Iowa. While some retires take up golf or travel, this energetic couple has spent their golden years giving back to the community, for which they are receiving AARP’s highest volunteer award for 2009.

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.

One Person Can Make a Big Difference

Over 50 years ago, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus founded AARP with the motto, "To serve, not to be served." Today, AARP continues to serve with more than 9 million volunteers, activists and donors and recently launched Create the Good, a network of people who want to make a difference.

Get Involved, Make A Difference, Become an AARP Volunteer

Meet new people, learn new skills and make life better by becoming an AARP Iowa volunteer. A variety of opportunities are available from teaching to lobbying to preparing taxes.

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AARP Iowa Announces Seventh Annual Andrus Award Winner

Volunteerism has been a core of AARP since its founding. The Andrus award is given every year in honor of AARP's founder, Dr. Ethel Andrus for exceptional service and volunteerism. The seventh AARP Iowa Andrus Award recognizes Art Gratias and the service he has given his community.

Volunteer With AARP

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

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Community Group: Create The Good

This group is a place for members to share ideas and experiences around making a difference in their lives and the lives of others.
• Rx Snapshot is the latest Create the Good project where you can help someone make a record of their medications.
• Sign up to receive emails from Create The Good or find other ways to help.

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