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Español | We’re almost one month into the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) has forecasted what could be its seventh consecutive above-average hurricane season. AARP-Virgin Islands is working very hard to keep the territory – especially its 50+ community – informed about preparing for the current hurricane season and other disasters.

Louisville's Dr. Jamesetta Ferguson is the President and CEO of Molo Village CDC. She's leading the grassroots organization committed to addressing complex issues in the Russell Neighborhood of Louisville.

Flash flooding from heavy rainfall devastated Eastern Kentucky counties of Breathitt, Floyd, Perry, Knott, Leslie, Pike and Magoffin Counties.

You Can Help Fight Hunger in Your Neighborhood

WILMINGTON, NC – Dr. Shirley Gerrior of Wilmington was named the most prestigious AARP volunteer in North Carolina at a ceremony in her honor held here in July. The annual AARP Andrus Award tribute recognizes outstanding individuals age 50 and older who are sharing their experience, talents and skills to enrich the lives of others.

AARP Community Challenge Grant Program

A new resource from AARP is taking aim at protecting older adults before, during and after natural disasters and supporting communities in mitigating the effects of extreme weather events.

Prescott/Prescott Valley volunteers lead a virtual gnome making class.

In North Dakota four organizations received 2022 Community Challenge grants totaling $52,000. 

AARP is accepting nominations until July 15 for its 2022 Mississippi Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ Mississippians who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.