Volunteer with AARP Michigan

Are you ready to turn your lifetime of experience into the experience of a lifetime?

AARP is a non-profit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age. We serve members in Michigan with community outreach programs, fraud prevention education, legislative advocacy and more.

We are always looking for volunteers who want to share their skills, talents, and passion to make their community, and Michigan, a better place.

 

Advocacy

Our volunteer advocates work with local, state and federal representatives to advance key issues that matter to people aged 50 and older. Our legislative priorities cover financial resilience, health security and making communities livable and accessible for everyone.

Possible activities include:

• Meeting with, emailing and/or calling legislators to discuss priorities
• Visiting the Michigan State Capitol in Lansing to rally policymakers during lobby days
• Sharing your story with policymakers, news outlets, fellow advocates and partner organizations

Hear from Advocacy Volunteers Frank and Renell as they talk about why they enjoy volunteering with AARP:

 

Community Outreach

Available in select areas including Ann Arbor, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Jackson and Lansing

Volunteers work together with local residents, community leaders and organizations to host events, support community projects and share information and resources on AARP issues and priorities. Whether you like to be on stage or behind the scenes, there are various ways to get involved.

Possible activities include:

• Providing on-site event support
• Hosting or planning local engagement opportunities
• Handing out resources at expos and exhibits while engaging with community members
• Presenting to local groups and organizations

Training and materials are provided, and mileage is reimbursed when travel is required.

Detroit Outreach Volunteer Stephanie has been an active volunteer for over ten years! Hear her story:

 

Speakers Bureau

More information coming soon!

Learn more about the community impact AARP Michigan and our volunteers are making:

Ready to get involved as a volunteer with AARP Michigan? Please fill out a volunteer request form here. We can't wait to hear from you!