Create The Good

AARP Foundation works to end senior poverty by helping older adults secure income, housing, food, and connection. Learn more about the mission and impact. spr.ly/6011heT6J

Witness the Impact Wednesday: Learn how AARP Foundation’s Back to Work 50 Plus program helped one woman find her next role. spr.ly/6012heVKq

Learn more about this year’s Black History Month theme and the history of this important celebration here: spr.ly/6012heuPq

Too young to volunteer? These families are finding ways to give back with young children in tow. spr.ly/6013hepLt

Motivational Monday

2026 marks 100 years of Black History Month. See how the National Museum of African-American History and Culture is celebrating through a series of virtual road trips. spr.ly/6010heTX0

Witness the Impact Wednesday: Jillian Pierre and her son, Jaleel, went to their first Special Olympics swim meet. Little did they know they were joining a movement. spr.ly/6018hey9k

Tax season is here! AARP Tax‑Aide volunteers help people 50+ file their taxes. The locator is open—find a site near you. Services vary by location. spr.ly/6010hG7nu

5 ways Soldier’s Angels spreads cheer at VA hospitals. spr.ly/6014CFoMG

New Year—new opportunities for volunteering. What kind of volunteer role will suit you best? spr.ly/6019CFmSl

To every volunteer who gave time, heart, and hope—thank you. Here’s to a year ahead filled with new ways to serve, neighbors lifted up, and communities made stronger. Wishing you health, joy, and bright beginnings!

It’s the last day of 2025. As we look back on the year with appreciation, we’re grateful for the many ways volunteers have made a difference. Wishing all volunteers everywhere a very happy New Year.

Happy Holidays from Create the Good! No matter what you celebrate, we’re sending heartfelt wishes for a joyful, healthy season. Thank you to all the incredible volunteers who make a difference every day—you are the true gift!

Wishing all of the volunteers in our AARP and Create the Good® community a very happy holiday season. We are grateful for all you do. Thank you!

Witness the Impact Wednesday One volunteer’s compassion changed the life of a shelter dog in need. This story is a reminder of how powerful it is when people give their time and care. spr.ly/60197AdPt

It's National Write a Friend Month. Jot a note to a loved one to say thanks or to simply tell them how you feel.

Gerre Currie’s story shows the power of volunteer leadership: as AARP Tennessee’s state volunteer president, she uses her professional experience to drive meaningful change. spr.ly/60127W0GG

December 3 is the UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities — a reminder that inclusion matters. We can help remove barriers by advocating, volunteering, and supporting accessible spaces. spr.ly/60187WLW6

Monday Motivation