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  • Washington State Executive Council Member

    Ongoing | AARP Washington

    The Executive Council member is part of a team of leadership volunteers, who under the guidance of the State President and the State Director carry out AARP’s strategic priorities within the state. . Read More »

  • Be a Community Outreach Volunteer with Washington State!

    Ongoing | AARP Washington

    Community Outreach Volunteers serve as AARP liaisons to the community, local organizations and groups. They participate and volunteer at events, conferences, and community meetings; and identify local events and opportunities to increase…. Read More »

  • Be an Advocacy Volunteer with Washington State!

    Ongoing | AARP Washington

    Advocacy volunteers keep up to date on state and federal issues through monthly phone conference calls, and regular e-mail updates regarding various policy and legislation of interest to AARP members. They periodically meet with State Legislators…. Read More »

  • Wish of a Lifetime Cupid Crew Volunteer 2024

    Ongoing | Wish of a Lifetime

    Brighten up Valentine’s Day for older adults in your community. On February 14, 2023, Wish of a Lifetime from AARP worked with volunteers across the country to deliver over 100,000 cards and 100,000 roses to older adults for its 10th annual Cupid…. Read More »

  • SDTEK Workshop Presenter

    Ongoing | Driver Safety

    As a Smart DriverTEK Workshop Presenter, you'll be helping mature drivers in your community to learn about new vehicle safety technology.. Read More »

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  • Board Member

    Ongoing | Legal Counsel for Youth and Children

    LCYC seeks board members who are diverse in perspective, professional, and lived experience. LCYC is a statewide organization, and we welcome interest from individuals from communities across... Read More »

  • Neighbors Feeding Neighbors - WA

    Ongoing | Lasagna Love

    Lasagna Love strives to feed families in need by matching them with volunteers in their area who will cook and deliver a home cooked meal. Volunteering is flexible and very fulfilling! Lasagna Love is... Read More »

  • CASA Volunteer

    Ongoing | Snohomish County Office of the Court Appointed Special Advocate

    Volunteer your time to change a child's life. Nobody longs for a safe and loving family more than a child in foster care. Volunteer court appointed special advocates (CASA) are empowered by... Read More »

  • Aging & Disability Resources Advisory Board

    Ongoing | Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources

    The ADR Advisory Board assists Pierce County Aging and Disability Resources with program planning, funds allocation, evaluation of contracted services, identification of unmet community needs, and... Read More »

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AARP Foundation Tax-Aide

Sign up now for next year’s tax season. You don't need tax experience — only a desire to help. Read More »

AARP Driver Safety

AARP Driver Safety

Help others get on the road to safety as an AARP Driver Safety instructor or coordinator. Read More »

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