Volunteering

Susie Marks built her career in advocacy. But even when she’s off the clock, she’s still an advocate, volunteering for AARP as it champions issues at the Arkansas State Legislature.

Odessa Darrough is the new volunteer state president for AARP Arkansas, advocating for the state’s more than 270,000 members.

Retiring from her accounting career in 2007, Patti Fisher embraced her passion for volunteerism.

AARP Montana Profiles in Caring Spotlight: Susan Bivins

At 68, Steve Orso has built a new chapter of his life through service, connection, and community impact. A widower since 2021, Steve spent decades in Information Technology, specializing in Help Desk support, global network management, training, and compliance. After retiring in 2012, he sought meaningful ways to stay engaged—leading him to AARP Pennsylvania in 2023.

CLYDE, NC — When Hurricane Helene tore through his hometown of Clyde, in rural western North Carolina, Air Force veteran Tim Gudridge was sheltering in place with his family and dogs. He had no power or internet for two weeks and became an expert on his grill.

AARP Arizona volunteer Leslie Watson, a special organization helped make one of her biggest wishes a reality.

Through their participation in the 12th year of Cupid Crew, volunteers prepared roses, paired with personal cards featuring messages of care and kindnes

Chew to lead activities on behalf of more than 870,000 Washington State members

AARP Utah and Salt Lake County Aging & Adult Services team up locally