Give Back to Your Community: Volunteer

Give your time and talent — in person or from home — to improve the lives of older Americans and their families. We are looking for volunteers across Minnesota to make a difference in your community.

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Our volunteers are skilled, dedicated and passionate about giving back to their communities and helping the 50-plus population live their best lives. When you join our inclusive family of volunteers, we’ll provide all of the training and support you need to make a difference, make new connections and have fun at the same time. On the last Wednesday of each month (excluding August and December), AARP Minnesota hosts a new volunteer orientation both virtually and in person. Register for an upcoming volunteer orientation.

COMMUNITY AMBASSADORS - Twin Cities
Provide event support and raise awareness of AARP’s issues and strategic priorities in local communities by representing AARP at fun member and community events.

COMMUNITY AMBASSADORS - Rochester
Provide event support and raise awareness of AARP’s issues and strategic priorities in local communities by representing AARP at fun member and community events.

DRIVER SAFETY
Become part of AARP’s award-winning Driver Safety program. A variety of volunteer positions are available, including course instructor, volunteer leader, marketing & recruitment specialist, data manager, and tech advisor.

EXPERIENCE CORPS
AARP Experience Corps is an intergenerational volunteer-based tutoring program to help kids become great readers by the end of third grade. Experience Corps is located in over a dozen schools across the Twin Cities.

FRAUD FIGHTERS
Every year, thousands of Americans are impacted by fraud and scams – but you can beat con artists at their own game and help to protect others by volunteering with the AARP Fraud Watch Network.

GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY TEAM
Educate community members and decision-makers about important issues that affect us all as we age.

INFORMATION CENTER TEAM
Provide resources, referrals, and information to people both in person and over the phone at the AARP Information Center, located in the Mall of America.

SPEAKERS TEAM
Raise awareness of AARP and provide valuable information and resources to the 50+. Volunteers conduct presentations, provide technical support, and assist AARP with community outreach.

TAX-AIDE
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax-filing help to those who need it most. Tax-aide sites are coordinated throughout Minnesota and there are a variety of volunteer roles available.

WISH OF A LIFETIME
Wish of a Lifetime from AARP is changing how we age, one inspirational wish at a time. Whether you are passionate about granting a lifelong wish, making meaningful connections within your community, or sharing inspiring stories, there’s an opportunity for you to be part of Wish of a Lifetime from AARP’s mission. Not sure where to get started? Learn more about the many volunteer opportunities Wish of a Lifetime has to offer.

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.