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Make NC a great place to age and help lead a winning team

Posted on 05/29/24

Our state is aging. By the year 2031, there will be more people over the age of 65 than under 18. North Carolina and…
Join AARP at the ballpark to help strike out scams

Posted on 05/17/24

AARP Triangle and Carolina Mudcats are ready to strike out fraud and identity theft!
AARP Advocates set the stage for needed improvements for older North Carolinians

Posted on 05/08/24

RALEIGH -- AARP volunteers were in large numbers at the North Carolina General Assembly when the state’s aging…
AARP Accepting Nominations for Top Volunteer Honor

Posted on 04/30/24

RALEIGH — AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2024 North Carolina Andrus Award for Community Service, which…
"EMPOWER U" – AARP University Skill Building for Greater Impact

Posted on 03/27/24

AARP Volunteers Building Skills for Greater Impact
Raleigh resident Jeanne Van Divender receives AARP's highest volunteer honor

Posted on 03/27/24

RALEIGH, NC – Jeanne Van Divender of Raleigh was presented with the AARP “Andrus Award,” in March. This award…
AARP honors NC Coastal individuals and organizations for inspiring work

Posted on 09/27/23

2023 AARP Inspiration Awards
An unlikely friendship -- the benefits of volunteering

Posted on 08/14/23

Benefits of volunteering with AARP
Seeking a few good veterans

Posted on 07/31/23

Do you have a passion for serving veterans?
Get Social Media Savvy with AARP North Carolina

Posted on 06/30/23

Want to become more social media savvy and help AARP get its message out at the same time?
Charlotte volunteer receives top AARP honor

Posted on 05/03/23

CHARLOTTE -- Joetta Glover of Charlotte was presented with the AARP Andrus Award for Community Service at a special…
Thank You, Volunteers!

Posted on 03/31/23

April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…
Build community through volunteering - join us for a free lunch with author Val Walker

Posted on 03/20/23

ASHEVILLE -- Studies have shown that the health benefits of volunteering include lower blood pressure, a boost in…
More AARP Tax Assistance for North Carolina Residents

Posted on 02/28/23

After housing costs rose in North Carolina last year, AARP is working to help those living on fixed incomes.
Wilmington resident Shirley Gerrior receives top AARP award for volunteerism

Posted on 07/20/22

WILMINGTON, NC – Dr. Shirley Gerrior of Wilmington was named the most prestigious AARP volunteer in North Carolina at a…