AARP Massachusetts announces the appointment of D. JacQuie Cairo-Williams as its new State President, the top state volunteer post within the organization’s influential network of volunteers. As the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, AARP’s state presidents work in partnership with their respective state directors, staff and volunteers to lead AARP’s important advocacy and programmatic work. Cairo-Williams replaces outgoing volunteer state president Sandra Harris who served in the role since 2019.
Help drive AARP's mission forward as a LEAD Volunteer. They get to do things like: help lobby elected officials on policy initiatives, host educational workshops, or engage in voter education efforts (and so much more). LEAD Volunteers are invested in the work of AARP, enjoy working with people, and are interested in creating a sense of community with purpose!
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The AARP Massachusetts Executive Council (EC) provides strategic direction for AARP at the state level. The volunteer board is led by State President Sandra Harris. Each member brings uniquely valuable skills and experience to AARP.
Mike Festa, of Melrose, who has served as AARP state director since January 2013 has announced he is stepping down from the position effect July 5, 2024. AARP is conducting a nationwide search for the next AARP Massachusetts state director.
AARP Community Challenge Grants fund projects that make tangible improvements to jump-start long-term change and improve livability. Applications were accepted through March 6, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
Now in its 8th year, the AARP Community Challenge has invested over $16.4 million through 1,370 grants in communities across all 50 states, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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