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Divided We Fail
Support our president's commitment to work across the aisle for real change on affordable health care and long-term financial security. Remind Obama of his campaign promises.
The Andrus Legacy Award for Innovation
Each year, AARP awards $10,000 in recognition of an innovative program or practice currently operating in a school.
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Get help with legal matters, including wills, consumer issues, and buying a home.
AARP Foundation's Grandparent Program
This one-stop shop has reference materials and contacts for first-time grandparents and for those raising their grandchildren.
Legal Counsel For The Elderly
Championing the dignity and rights of older Washingtonians by providing free legal services to those in need, LCE needs your support.
Create The Good
AARP is calling on its members to Create The Good in their neighborhoods. Get involved!
Entrepreneur Blake Mycoskie is changing the way people think about business, charity, and shoes.
Famed Tenor Aims to Heal
Doctor, singer, humanitarian. After comforting Americans in the wake of 9-11, Ronan Tynan now uses his velvety voice to soothe ailing soldiers.
Wheels to the World
Creating a ride service for older Americans, Katherine Freund transformed her tragedy into better quality of life for others.
From the Online Community
Wisdom of the Elders
Wise older Americans are using their life experience to change lives for the better.
Chicanos por la Causa
He broke down barriers and helped improve life in the barrios of South Central Phoenix: Meet Pete Garcia.
2009 Inspire Awards
Meet 2009 Inspire Award Honoree and cancer crusader Susan Love, M.D. See highlights from the awards dinner in Washington, D.C., on December 8, 2008.
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States: Alaska
Here's a list of various key pieces of legislation and how they affect Alaskans.
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