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Ready to volunteer? AARP is ready for you!

AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people to choose how they live as they age. Learn how you can put your time, knowledge and talent to good use with AARP in Washington. As an AARP Volunteer, you will have opportunities to:

  • Take on new challenges and be creative
  • Enjoy flexible time commitments
  • Volunteer from home and in your community
  • Benefit from high quality training and education
  • Meet new people and create connections

Learn more about our volunteer opportunities below, and apply today at www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer

AARP Washington Volunteer Opportunities

Community Ambassadors

AARP Community Ambassadors work with staff to carry out the work of AARP at the community level. They represent AARP at various community events and activities, identify opportunities to increase AARP visibility, and offer valuable information and resources through member engagement. They may also partner with local community organizations on AARP priorities, such as Age-Friendly Communities, and represent AARP at community meetings. Apply today at www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer

Speakers Bureau Volunteers

Speakers Bureau volunteers educate and inform the public on AARP priorities by presenting workshops on topics such as Caregiving, Brain Health, Downsizing & Decluttering, HomeFit, and Fraud Prevention. Speakers present AARP-developed content to groups in-person or via Zoom. Volunteer roles include presenter, tech-support for both in-person and virtual, organizer and scheduler, and audience greeter. Apply today at www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer

Congressional District Liaisons

Congressional District Liaisons contribute to achieving AARP’s federal legislative priorities. They serve as AARP’s volunteer representatives to assigned Members of Congress (MOC), maintaining regular communication with MOC in person, by phone, and by email and reporting feedback to their AARP Washington staff partner. Apply today at www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer

Legislative Advocacy Volunteers

Legislative Advocacy volunteers partner with staff at state and federal levels to influence important legislative issues that promote health, enhance financial security, and support family caregivers. Volunteers may meet with their State Legislators and other elected officials, participate in monthly calls, attend committee hearings, take-action and stay in touch with state lawmakers regarding AARP’s state legislative agenda. Apply today at www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer . You can also sign up to become an E-advocate at www.aarp.org/getinvolved

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State Office Support Volunteers

Join AARP staff in the office and support daily activities. This may include preparing mailings, organizing event materials, and administrative support for a variety of activities. Apply today at www.aarp.org/iwant2volunteer

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Volunteers

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest, free, volunteer run tax preparation and assistance program for those who need it most. Become part of a family of over 800 Washington volunteers who help prepare tax returns, greet people, provide tech support, help organize, recruit volunteers, translate and more. Apply today at www.aarp.org/volunteer/programs/tax-aide/

AARP Driver Safety Volunteers

Become a part of the safe driving solution in your community! Join more than 90 Washington AARP Driver Safety volunteers statewide teaching and organizing the award-winning AARP Smart Driver classroom course curriculum. Apply today at www.aarp.org/auto/driver-safety/volunteer/

All volunteer positions are unpaid. However, volunteers are reimbursed for approved out-of- pocket expenses, such as mileage and parking.

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