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Give Back to Your Community: Volunteer

AARP

Updated April 14, 2026

Published January 28, 2025

/ Updated April 14, 2026

Ways to Volunteer

Volunteer with AARP MN — Find the volunteer role that's right for you! Search by cause or program.
Create the Good — Search for other volunteer opportunities with nonprofits in your area.
Already an AARP Volunteer? — Access the Volunteer Portal.

Volunteer your time and talent — in person or from home — to help make a difference in your community. You can find flexible opportunities across Minnesota that match your interests, skills and availability.

Volunteer with AARP Minnesota

AARP Minnesota volunteers care deeply about their communities and enjoy helping others as they age. When you volunteer with us, you’ll receive training and support along the way, plus opportunities to connect with others and be part of something meaningful.

Not sure where to start?

Explore volunteer opportunities below to learn more about different roles. You can also fill out our Volunteer Interest Form or reach out to Erin Simon at esimon@aarp.org or (651)-726-5643.

Community Ambassadors (Twin Cities)

Serve as a Community Ambassador to support AARP events like Movies for Grownups, Lunch & Learns, Tap Talks and Walk with a Doc. Welcome guests, share information and help create positive, engaging experiences that highlight issues that matter as we age.

Community Ambassadors (Rochester)

Serve as a Community Ambassador at local member and community events in the Rochester area. Welcome attendees, share information and help create engaging experiences focused on issues that matter as we age.

Community Pop-Up Team (Twin Cities)

Volunteer with the Community Pop Up Team to represent AARP at fairs, festivals and educational events. Offer quick, engaging ways for people to learn about topics like fraud prevention, caregiving, Social Security and Medicare.

Driver Safety Volunteers

Volunteer with AARP Driver Safety to help older drivers stay safe and confident on the road. Roles may include course instructors, volunteer leaders, marketing and recruitment specialists, data managers and tech advisors.

AARP Experience Corps (Minnesota)

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Volunteer with AARP Foundation Experience Corps to support K–3 students with reading through an intergenerational tutoring program. In Minnesota, the program is hosted by the East Side Learning Center in St. Paul, where volunteers serve as literacy tutors or virtual observers as part of a structured, evidence based program during the school year.

Fraud Fighters

Volunteer with AARP Fraud Watch Network to help people stay informed about scams and fraud. Share trusted information, raise awareness about common warning signs and connect people with resources for guidance and support if they’ve been targeted.

Grassroots Advocacy Team

Help educate community members and decision makers about issues that affect us all as we age. Share AARP priorities and encourage civic engagement at the local and state level.

Information Center Team

Volunteer with the Information Center Team to provide resources, referrals and information to people in person and over the phone at the AARP Information Center, located at the Mall of America.

Speakers Teams

Share information and resources on issues that matter to people 50 and older. Give presentations, provide technical support and assist with community outreach.

Tax-Aide

Volunteer with AARP Foundation Tax Aide to support free tax filing help for those who need it most. Tax Aide sites are coordinated throughout Minnesota, with a variety of volunteer roles available.

Wish of a Liftime

Volunteer with Wish of a Lifetime from AARP to help bring joy, connection and purpose to older adults through inspirational experiences. Opportunities include supporting wish experiences, helping with community activities and sharing stories that celebrate aging.

Meet the AARP Minnesota Executive Council

The AARP Minnesota Executive Council is a team of volunteer leaders with a variety of skill sets, experiences, and backgrounds. The Executive Council helps shape the strategic direction and execute the mission of AARP Minnesota – ensuring that AARP remains a relevant resource and influential voice for people 50+ in our state and across our communities.