Learn How to Volunteer for Wish of a Lifetime

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Whether you are passionate about granting a lifelong wish, making meaningful connections within your community, or sharing inspiring stories, there’s an opportunity for you to be part of

Wish of a Lifetime from AARP’s mission.

Participate in local activities led by our Field Team to help spread the word about Wish of a Lifetime from AARP. Community event volunteers connect with WOL staff on a regular and as-needed

basis and are empowered to recruit other volunteers, attend local events and speak to groups and individuals about the organization.

Deliver roses and cards to older adults on Valentine’s Day! Beginning in 2014, Wish of a Lifetime has organized a national campaign that empowers volunteers to spread love on February 14th

by delivering a rose and/or decorating cards to send to older adults across the nation. During the campaign, volunteers can participate in three ways:

Help find and nominate a deserving individual for wish fulfillment. Wish Discovery volunteers:

Be our boots on the ground to support a wish being fulfilled in your community. Wish Granting volunteers enhance and participate in wish experiences. Examples include sending a wish

recipient off at the airport or participating in a wish as a companion.

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