Volunteering

When Tropical Storm Helene slammed into western North Carolina, AARP volunteer leaders and staff all across the state were anxious to help. Many ideas were proposed, but it was a single photograph in the Citizen Times of the devastation of a veterans housing site in Swannanoa, one of the hardest hit towns, that spoke most powerfully of the tremendous need in the Mountain Region.

Rebecca Chaplin is the Associate State Director of AARP North Carolina who represents the Mountain Region.

Our state is aging. By the year 2031, there will be more people over the age of 65 than under 18. North Carolina and its communities need to be prepared. To accomplish this, AARP needs to be focused with strong, thoughtful leadership at the helm.

AARP Triangle and Carolina Mudcats are ready to strike out fraud and identity theft!

RALEIGH -- AARP volunteers were in large numbers at the North Carolina General Assembly when the state’s aging community held an Advocacy Day here in May. With most new legislative proposals being held for the long session in 2025, aging advocates helped set the stage for opportunities lawmakers have to strengthen our communities and make North Carolina a better place for all ages.

RALEIGH — AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2024 North Carolina Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ North Carolinians who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.

AARP Volunteers Building Skills for Greater Impact

RALEIGH, NC – Jeanne Van Divender of Raleigh was presented with the AARP “Andrus Award,” in March. This award recognizes the volunteer in North Carolina who has done the most to share their experience, talents, and skills to enrich the lives of others.

2023 AARP Inspiration Awards

Benefits of volunteering with AARP