Volunteering

Top ten things you may not know about AARP in Maine and beyond.

In Tampa Bay, a small group of AARP Florida volunteers are “planting the seeds” of success, one harvest at a time.

Though retired from a business management consulting career, Mari Okabayashi stays active as a champion for older persons and volunteer for AARP in Houston. This month, Okabayashi accepted a two-year appointment to serve on the AARP Texas Executive Council.

Meet Kate Kleinert, an AARP Pennsylvania volunteer on the Consumer Issues Task Force and an AARP Fraud Watch Network Speaker, endured a devastating romance scam that cost her everything: her life savings, home, and beloved dogs. It all started with a simple Facebook friend request from 'Tony', a supposed surgeon in Iraq. Over months, their frequent conversations developed into a deep emotional bond. Trusting him, Kleinert sent Tony $39,000, her entire savings, lured by his repayment promises.

Every day, volunteers dedicate their experience and skills to help others. Can you do the same?

Cassandra Addison was appointed volunteer state president, beginning January 2024. Learn more about her role and experience.

Volunteer from the comfort of home

How did our founder, Dr. Ethel Percy Andrus, build on her experience as a high school principal to found the nation's largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the betterment of older Americans? Find out in this wonderful series written and narrated by AARP Maine volunteers.

Volunteers help reduce social isolation by delivering flowers to senior centers and veterans homes in Nevada

AARP Michigan announced its 2024 Legislative Agenda yesterday during the annual lobby day at Heritage Hall, inside the Michigan Capitol Building. More than 50 dedicated volunteers engaged with legislators, representing both major parties and regions across Michigan.