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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><section class="banner module contentWrapper"> <article class="contentSource clearfix"> <img class="imageLeft" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/volunteering-winter-240x140.jpg" width="240" height="140" /> <section class="info"> <div> <h2><span>Volunteers make a difference in a big way.</span></h2> <h3><span>Find volunteering opportunities in your area.</span></h3> </div> </section> </article> </section></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-listing"> <header class="clearfix"> <h2>Montrose Volunteer News</h2> </header> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="vcc-design"> <div class="ar-listing"> <ul class="list"> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="0" data-url="/news/volunteer-with-aarp-iowa-ia-2024-05-14.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/da879a6/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2708x1741+0+37/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbf%2Fa4%2Fc921d87a4f229eaf017304c6d07d%2Fistock-000016475829large.jpg" alt="Volunteer with AARP Iowa"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-with-aarp-iowa-ia-2024-05-14.html">Volunteer with AARP Iowa</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/14/24</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><section class="banner module contentWrapper"> <article class="contentSource clearfix"> <img class="imageLeft" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/volunteering-winter-240x140.jpg" width="240" height="140" /> <section class="info"> <div> <h2><span>Volunteers make a difference in a big way.</span></h2> <h3><span>Find volunteering opportunities in your area.</span></h3> </div> </section> </article> </section></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-listing"> <header class="clearfix"> <h2>Montrose Volunteer News</h2> </header> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="vcc-design"> <div class="ar-listing"> <ul class="list"> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="0" data-url="/news/volunteer-with-aarp-iowa-ia-2024-05-14.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/da879a6/2147483647/strip/true/crop/2708x1741+0+37/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbf%2Fa4%2Fc921d87a4f229eaf017304c6d07d%2Fistock-000016475829large.jpg" alt="Volunteer with AARP Iowa"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-with-aarp-iowa-ia-2024-05-14.html">Volunteer with AARP Iowa</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/14/24</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older adults? AARP has a local presence in Iowa to help people…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="1" data-url="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/57c2cd1/2147483647/strip/true/crop/5120x3291+0+60/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fbb%2F16%2Fffc65e454e11901b3bdc3029f213%2Fgettyimages-942183756.jpg" alt="Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/upcoming-coffee-conversation-events-ia-2023-05-12.html">Upcoming "Coffee & Conversation" Events</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/12/23</p> <div>Are you interested in making an impact in the lives of older Iowans? Are you curious to know what it means to volunteer…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="2" data-url="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/0c26db5/2147483647/strip/true/crop/348x224+2+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F55%2Fb4%2F5f93561b490997a6e9bc84f273af%2Fmealpacking-in-dc.png" alt="Thank You, Volunteers!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/thank-you-volunteers-2023-03-31.html">Thank You, Volunteers!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 03/31/23</p> <div>April is National Volunteer Month, a time to recognize the people who dedicate their time, energy and skills to…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="3" data-url="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/1ed11b4/2147483647/strip/true/crop/800x514+0+9/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F8d%2Fb1%2F95ea51464e98bb4d08be30154e7e%2Fistock-104116929-copy.jpeg" alt="Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/help-advocate-for-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-11-30.html">Help Advocate for Iowans 50-Plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 11/30/22</p> <div>With Iowa’s state legislative session set to kick off on Monday, Jan. 9, AARP is inviting members to make their voices…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="4" data-url="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/102f2b9/2147483647/strip/true/crop/546x351+143+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fce%2Fc7%2Febae2afc4593ae71edd98fc183ff%2Fandrus-star-graphic.jpg" alt="Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/honoring-iowa-volunteers-for-their-service-ia-2022-10-31.html">Honoring Iowa Volunteers for Their Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 10/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa this month is honoring dedicated volunteers who have made a difference in their communities.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="5" data-url="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/a35cb68/2147483647/strip/true/crop/847x545+0+11/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F83%2Ff6%2Fda8a726ac2bbe934e647741dcd78%2Fvolunteer-valdisalvio-499999.jpg" alt="Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/volunteer-to-give-talks-on-issues-important-to-iowans-50plus-ia-2022-05-31.html">Volunteer to Give Talks on Issues Important to Iowans 50-plus</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/22</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to join its Speakers Bureau to give informational presentations to community groups,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="6" data-url="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/3e61205/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/know-an-outstanding-iowan-who-gives-back-to-the-community-nominate-them-ia-2021-05-31.html">Know an Outstanding Iowan Who Gives Back to the Community? Nominate Them!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/21</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking nominees for the AARP State Andrus Award for Community Service, its most prestigious honor. </div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="7" data-url="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d815e96/2147483647/strip/true/crop/1000x643+0+12/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2Fe2%2F41%2F73c17058a665be364ef8eb04bd14%2Finaudiencedsc-9572.jpg" alt="Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-your-voice-heard-by-volunteering-as-an-aarp-iowa-advocate-ia-2020-05-31.html">Make Your Voice Heard by Volunteering as an AARP Iowa Advocate</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 05/31/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers in all 50 state Senate and 100 House districts to advocate for older Iowans on…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="8" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/dims4/default/d8a380d/2147483647/strip/true/crop/250x161+0+3/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=http%3A%2F%2Faarp-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fstates%2F3d%2F32%2Fc3f1e1c48b3029b2a4cd3f41fdc8%2Fdoor-handler-for-homefit.jpg" alt="Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-volunteer-for-aarp-homefit-ia-2020-04-30.html">Make a Difference: Volunteer for AARP HomeFit</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/20</p> <div>AARP Iowa is seeking volunteers to give presentations for its HomeFit program.</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="9" data-url="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/8b/a7/7b9d13e8251444762105ba414ffe/tax-aide-vols.jpg" alt="Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/make-a-difference-with-aarp-foundation-taxaide-2019-08-30.html">Make a difference with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 08/30/19</p> <div>AARP Foundation's Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation help to anyone, with special attention to older,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="10" data-url="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="Good things happen when we volunteer!"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/good-things-happen-when-we-volunteer-2019-07-01.html">Good things happen when we volunteer!</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 07/01/19</p> <div>When we give our time as a volunteer, good things happen. We help those who are vulnerable, we build stronger,…</div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="11" data-url="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/dims4/default/aeddd06/2147483647/strip/true/crop/3547x2280+127+0/resize/420x270!/quality/90/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcdn.states.aarp.psdops.com%2Fa9%2F7d%2Ff6c4be35e71cb93e7ea0aef7b578%2Fandrus-award.jpg" alt="Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/seeking-nominations-for-aarp-andrus-award-for-community-service-2019-06-04.html">Seeking nominations for AARP Andrus Award for Community Service</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 06/04/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li 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src="https://cdn.states.aarp.psdops.com/06/de/bfa1caedfb52c6327cbda0bcecce/march-2019-fraud-watch-images-charity-scam.jpg" alt="Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/dont-be-a-fraud-victim-take-action-ia-2019-04-30.html">Don't Be a Fraud Victim, Take Action</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/30/19</p> <div></div> </li> <li class="vcc-item card-link item" data-pageindex="14" data-url="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html" > <div class="top mb-1"> <h2 class="topic"></h2> </div> <div class="image-right"> <div class="image" style="margin-bottom:0;"> <img class="object-fit" data-object-fit src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/34/0a/459055cebe8cbc9f1aeec060c28f/ag.png" alt="A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges"> </div> </div> <h3 class="title"><a href="/news/a-national-volunteer-week-message-from-aarp-president-alicia-georges-2019-04-09.html">A National Volunteer Week Message from AARP President Alicia Georges</a></h3> <p class="small mb-1 blog-date-author posted-on"> Posted on 04/09/19</p> <div>As AARP’s National Volunteer President, I am so proud to be associated with all of our volunteers in the 50 states, DC,…</div> </li> </ul> <div class="ar-show-more clearfix"> <div class="aarpe-spinner"></div> <a href="#" data-url='/ajax/blogs/index' data-options='{"tags":{"$in":["volunteering2","volunteering-4"]},"page":1,"show":15,"show_limit":3,"limit":15,"images":"yes","max-days":365,"max-miles":45,"min":50,"more":"yes","lat":40.52790069580078,"lng":-91.4114990234375,"latlng":"40.527900695801,-91.411499023438"}' data-count='25' class="show-more btn col-xs-12 col-sm-6 col-lg-6"> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> <span>View More</span> <span class="icon-down-arrow"></span> </a> </div></div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-4 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