About Us
1 in 3 Older Adults Struggle to Meet Their Basic Needs
Rising costs, a complex benefits system and a rapidly changing job market make it harder to age with security.
Our Mission
To strengthen financial resilience for and with older adults by empowering individuals and improving systems.
Our Vision
A society free of poverty where each of us ages with the opportunity to thrive.
Empowering Individuals and Improving Systems
We pursue impact in two ways: empowering older adults to address their immediate financial needs and improving the systems that keep them in poverty.
Our Key Issues
- Quality Employment
- Accessible Benefits
- Inclusive Markets
Our Priorities: Empowering Individuals and Improving Systems
AARP Foundation’s 2030 Strategy focuses on three interconnected priorities that address the root causes of senior poverty. Together, these priorities strengthen financial resilience today while driving systems improvements that will benefit future generations.
Quality Employment
We create pathways to good, stable jobs by helping older adults return to work and stay employed. At the same time, we work to improve employment systems by advancing age-inclusive practices and challenging discrimination. Learn more about how we empower older workers.
Accessible Benefits
We make it easier for older adults to learn about and access the financial relief they’ve earned — and we work to improve benefit systems, so they function better for the people who rely on them.
Inclusive Markets
We promote fair access to essential goods and services by helping older adults make informed choices and by improving how markets serve people with low income.
Our Impact
- More than 1.15 million older adults with low income served each year
- More than $1 billion secured in income, benefits, and tax refunds and credits annually
- Over 30,000 dedicated volunteers powering our work nationwide
Trust and Accountability
AARP Foundation earns high ratings for accountability from leading charity evaluators.
Seventy-eight cents of every dollar we spend goes toward programs and services that help older adults with low income. We have met every one of the Better Business Bureau’s 20 Standards for Charity Accountability. Find out about AARP Foundation's accredited charity rating, and view our latest AARP Foundation annual reports and financial statements.
Supporters and Sponsors
With your support, AARP Foundation can expand its reach and impact — helping more older adults strengthen their financial stability and stay connected to their communities. Learn more about our supporters and sponsors and how you can help older adults age with security.
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