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Grants Program

Our Unique Approach

Grantmaking at AARP Foundation supports sustainable, real-world solutions to the fundamental challenges facing older adults with low income. We collaborate with grantee and partner organizations to identify evidence-based projects that transform lives and communities — projects that we know can be expanded nationwide. Through grants, the Foundation enables grantees to help more people, work more efficiently, bring proven new approaches to scale, and make resources go further.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR GRANTMAKING

2022 Grants Numbers Graphic

Grantees Resources

Medicare Savings Program Grant Opportunity

Resources

Demographic Data Collection Guidance

Sample Demographic Data Template

Quarterly Narrative Report Template

Financial Report Template

AARP Foundation Grantee FAQ

AARP Foundation Grantee Portal FAQ

AARP Foundation Grant Recognition and Logo

What We Fund

Grantee Story

Read how AARP Foundation grantee SC Thrive connects older adults to benefits and so much more.

Grants Database

Browse and search a comprehensive database of open and closed grants funded by AARP Foundation.

Grantee Profiles

Learn more about selected grantees who exemplify the great work being undertaken to improve the lives of older adults across the country.

What We Do Not Fund

  • Grants for individuals
  • Capital campaigns
  • Debt retirement or operating deficits
  • Endowments or reserve funds  
  • Political organizations or campaigns
  • Lobbying legislators or influencing elections
  • Sponsorship of fundraising events    
  • Marketing endeavors and personal research
  • Organizations located outside the United States or its territories
  • Indirect expenses unrelated to the project being funded

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