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Seniors’ benefits are lifesaving. Nicole makes sure they happen.

All people should be able to afford the essentials for well-being — like healthy food and quality health care. Nicole Heckman, AARP Foundation’s Director of Benefits Access, talks about our work to make this a reality.

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AARP Foundation's litigation team delivers tangible improvements for seniors.

As a Senior Attorney at AARP Foundation Litigation, Maame Gyamfi works on life-changing cases in areas like health, housing, food, and employment — bringing sweeping systemic changes that improve lives across the country.

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Even without a cape, you're a hero — and Emily wants to thank you!

Emily Allen, SVP for Programs and interim president of the Foundation, shares her passion and commitment to our programs, the people we serve, the folks who do the work to get the desired outcomes, and you. Our work is only possible because of our amazing donors, and Emily salutes their philanthropy.

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Franklin Guerrero highlights key accomplishments thanks to your commitment and generosity.

AARP Foundation Vice President of Philanthropy Franklin Guerrero highlights key accomplishments thanks to your commitment and generosity.

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Jackie Lynn Coleman shares why she is so grateful for AARP Foundation supporters

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Jackie Lynn Coleman shares her passion for the work we do, and what your support means to her and the people we serve.

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A fighting chance for seniors’ jobs, learn how Mindy has your back.

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Introducing Mindy Feldbaum, Vice President of Workforce Development Programs at AARP Foundation designed for seniors living with low income to achieve financial security and well-being.

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Painful senior hunger prompted Dr. Krecic to take action

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Dr. Matt Krecic discusses how he was moved to action after learning more about senior hunger and other challenges seniors face that AARP Foundation helps to overcome.

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A mission driven by results and the donors’ trust are what fuel our ambition.

AARP Foundation Chief Financial Officer and SVP Trish Shannon discusses our effective outcomes-based approach, our focus on equity, and our commitment to broad-based donor support and trust.

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Sher Singh

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Sher Singh explains why he became a committed donor to AARP Foundation and shares a tip on a smart way to make a gift.

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Heather Sherman

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Heather Sherman, Director of Philanthropic Services, talks about how you can turn your commitment to vulnerable seniors into a lasting legacy.

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Bill Rivera

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Bill Rivera, Senior Vice President of Litigation, talks about how AARP Foundation Litigation attorneys are fighting for seniors facing discrimination, abuse and neglect.

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Todd Schnick

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Todd Schnick co-founder of the Todd and Stephanie Schnick Foundation — and lifelong supporter of AARP Foundation — shares his inspiring story of seeing the impact of our work firsthand.

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Franklin Guerrero

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Franklin Guerrero AARP Foundation's Vice President of Philanthropic Services Franklin Guerrero invites you to connect and talk about our shared commitment to vulnerable seniors and how we can best serve your philanthropic interests.

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Lisa Marsh Ryerson

AARP Foundation President Lisa Marsh Ryerson shares a special message of faith — in community, and calls for an exchange of thoughts.

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David Whitehead

AARP Foundation Chief Development Officer David Whitehead shares the story of a neighbor in need and why he's so passionate about the work of AARP Foundation, and calls for an exchange of thoughts.

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Diane Pratt

AARP Foundation donor Diane Pratt shares her perspective on these tumultuous times and their parallels to the past, and calls for an exchange of thoughts.

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Nicole Heckman

AARP Foundation's Director of Food Security Programs Nicole Heckman shares her parents' story and her insights around the cumulative effects of struggle in people's lives, and calls for an exchange of thoughts.

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Heather Sherman

AARP Foundation Invites You to Chat: Heather Sherman, Director of Philanthropic Services, talks about how you can turn your commitment to vulnerable seniors into a lasting legacy.

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Franklin Guerrero

AARP Foundation's Vice President of Philanthropic Services Franklin Guerrero shares his perspective on the challenges faced by America’s most vulnerable older adults, and calls for an exchange of thoughts.

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