Aarp is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (R25) the organization is classified as: Seniors Rights, under the broad grouping of Civil Rights, Social Action & Advocacy and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Aarp employed 2,023 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Aarp is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Aarp generated $2.0b in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.6b during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.2% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Aarp has awarded 2,997 individual grants totaling $678,422,663. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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AARP IS A NONPROFIT, NONPARTISAN ORGANIZATION EMPOWERING PEOPLE TO CHOOSE HOW THEY LIVE AS THEY AGE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EDUCATION, AND OUTREACH PROVIDES PROGRAMS, SERVICES, TOOLS, INFORMATION, AND ADVOCACY THAT ADVANCE THE MISSION OF AARP BY HELPING TO FULFILL THE WANTS AND NEEDS OF PEOPLE AGE 50+ AND THEIR FAMILIES. AARP'S 53 STATE AND TERRITORIAL OFFICES OFFER NEEDED ASSISTANCE, INFORMATION, AND SUPPORT TO AMERICANS 50+ AT THE STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS. THIS INCLUDES A WIDE RANGE OF COMMUNITY-BASED ACTIVITIES THAT ENGAGE THE DIVERSE 50+ POPULATION AND THEIR FAMILIES, SUCH AS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, HEALTH FAIRS, CAREER EXPOS, AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. AN IMPORTANT ELEMENT OF OUR STATE AND LOCAL WORK IS GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY ON STATE AND LOCAL LEGISLATIVE AND REGULATORY ISSUES, INCLUDING UTILITY RATES, CAREGIVING, AND WORK AND SAVE PROGRAMS.AARP ALSO ADVANCES OUR POLICY AGENDA AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL THROUGH ADVOCACY THAT PROACTIVELY ADDRESSES ISSUES IMPORTANT TO PEOPLE 50+, INCLUDING CAREGIVING, HEALTH, SAVING AND PLANNING, SOCIAL SECURITY, AND AGE-BASED DISCRIMINATION. UNDERLYING OUR POLICY AGENDA IS THE IN-DEPTH RESEARCH CONDUCTED BY AARP, WHICH ALSO PROVIDES A FOUNDATION FOR OUR PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND FOR THE INFORMATION WE PROVIDE ON KEY ISSUES AFFECTING 50+ AMERICANS, INCLUDING, IN ADDITION TO THOSE LISTED ABOVE, LIVABLE COMMUNITIES, WORK AND CAREERS, AND MORE. AARP OFFERS TRAINING AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS THAT HELP PEOPLE 50+ IMPROVE THEIR LIVES, SUCH AS AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSES AND LOCAL WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES ON MATTERS SUCH AS FRAUD PREVENTION.AARP ALSO FACILITATES THE PARTICIPATION OF 50+ AMERICANS IN BRINGING ABOUT POSITIVE SOCIAL CHANGE IN AMERICA. INITIATIVES INCLUDE CREATE THE GOOD, WHICH CONNECTS INDIVIDUALS TO A NETWORK OF PEOPLE, TOOLS, AND TIME-FLEXIBLE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES; ANDRUS AWARDS FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE, WHICH RECOGNIZE PEOPLE WHO HAVE MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THEIR COMMUNITIES IN WAYS THAT SUPPORT AARP'S MISSION, VISION, AND DIRECTION; AARP PURPOSE PRIZE AWARDS, WHICH SUPPORT AARP'S MISSION BY HONORING EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE AGES 50 AND OLDER WHO TAP INTO THE POWER OF LIFE EXPERIENCE TO BUILD A BETTER FUTURE FOR US ALL; AND THE WORK OF AARP CHAPTERS, WHICH ENGAGE MEMBERS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE AND FELLOWSHIP.
PUBLICATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONSAARP IS A UNIQUE SOURCE OF INFORMATION THROUGH MULTIPLE COMMUNICATION CHANNELS ON TOPICS OF INTEREST TO PEOPLE 50+ AND THEIR FAMILIES. AARP PUBLISHES "AARP THE MAGAZINE," THE WORLD'S LARGEST CIRCULATION MAGAZINE, EVERY OTHER MONTH. "AARP THE MAGAZINE" INCLUDES THE KEY AREAS OF HEALTH, PERSONAL FINANCE, WORK/LIFE TRANSITIONS, AND PERSONAL ENRICHMENT. AARP ALSO PUBLISHES 10 ISSUES OF "AARP BULLETIN," WHICH REPORTS ON SUCH ISSUES AS SOCIAL SECURITY, MEDICARE, AND TOPICS RELATED TO WORK, SAVING MONEY, RETIREMENT, PENSIONS, HEALTH, AND QUALITY OF LIFE. "AARP THE MAGAZINE AND "AARP BULLETIN," PROVIDED TO ALL AARP MEMBER HOUSEHOLDS, ARE ALSO AVAILABLE ONLINE TO THE PUBLIC.AARP ALSO COMMUNICATES WITH MEMBERS AND NON-MEMBERS THROUGH ITS AWARD-WINNING WEBSITE, MOBILE APPS, BROADCAST STUDIO PRODUCTIONS, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND VARIOUS OTHER PLATFORMS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION THAT IS ENGAGING, INFORMATIVE, AND USEFUL AND TO ENSURE THAT POSITIVE IMAGES OF AGING ARE REFLECTED IN SOCIETY.
MEMBER ENGAGEMENT IS DEDICATED TO ENSURING THAT AARP PROVIDES A VALUABLE MEMBER EXPERIENCE TO MEMBERS AND THAT A RELEVANT PORTFOLIO OF INFORMATION, PROGRAMS, BENEFITS, AND SERVICES IS READILY AVAILABLE TO ALL MEMBERS. MEMBERS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE CUSTOMIZED INFORMATION IN THE MANNER MOST USEFUL TO THEM. ASSISTANCE FOR MEMBERS IS AVAILABLE THROUGH A CONTACT CENTER REACHABLE BY PHONE OR ONLINE, WHICH ALSO PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO NON-MEMBERS WHO CONTACT US.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Jo Ann Jenkins Chief Executive Officer | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $2,575,415 |
Nancy A Leamond Evp - Advocacy & Engagemen | Officer | 40 | $777,540 |
Scott M Frisch Evp & COO | Officer | 40 | $766,417 |
Martha Boudreau Evp & Chief Comm & Mktg | Officer | 40 | $697,595 |
Kevin Donnellan Evp & Chief Of Staff | Officer | 40 | $555,992 |
David Morales Evp & General Counsel | Officer | 40 | $514,107 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Mediacom Worldwide Inc Media Agency | 12/30/21 | $87,350,719 |
Lsc Communications Inc Digital Print Services | 12/30/21 | $47,652,690 |
Rr Donnelley Printing Services | 12/30/21 | $46,917,633 |
Gmmb Inc Communication Specialists | 12/30/21 | $42,785,999 |
Facebook Inc Technology Company | 12/30/21 | $31,732,009 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $296,117,969 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $1,063,696 |
Government grants | $299,438 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $22,215,435 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $319,696,538 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $184,462,214 |
Investment income | $144,524,771 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $1,062,683,603 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $280,513,448 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $2,000,787,159 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $41,946,838 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $10,000 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $289,996 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $8,613,652 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,840,002 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $248,508,747 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $70,464,490 |
Other employee benefits | $39,143,644 |
Payroll taxes | $15,883,119 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $2,026,844 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $987,628 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $944,100 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $658,488 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $41,786,848 |
Fees for services: Other | $253,136,162 |
Advertising and promotion | $369,270,275 |
Office expenses | $1,959,862 |
Information technology | $117,293,022 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $20,398,536 |
Travel | $955,589 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $6,799,027 |
Interest | $9,109,452 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $63,883,855 |
Insurance | $4,991,972 |
All other expenses | $21,656,458 |
Total functional expenses | $1,643,888,800 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $36,106,741 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $34,249,283 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $164,247,969 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $42,706,907 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $271,542,004 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,828,906,030 |
Investments—other securities | $58,841,645 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $493,095 |
Other assets | $33,278,142 |
Total assets | $3,470,371,816 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $164,375,135 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $236,822,699 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $174,434,433 |
Other liabilities | $696,657,582 |
Total liabilities | $1,272,289,849 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,198,081,967 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,470,371,816 |
Over the last fiscal year, Aarp has awarded $38,643,431 in support to 594 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
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Washington, DC PURPOSE: General support | $7,766,838 |
Brooklyn, NY PURPOSE: General support | $5,136,152 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: General support | $3,586,321 |
New Orleans, LA PURPOSE: Grant to support AARP's livable communities initiative by building 7 fitness parks | $3,049,670 |
Denver, CO PURPOSE: General support | $2,000,001 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: General support | $829,706 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Aarp has recieved totaling $365.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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George And Mary Jo Budig Family Foundation Fort Mitchell, KY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $300 |
Robert And Gail Katz Family Foundation Bloomfield Hills, MI PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL, SOCIAL, RELIGIOUS, HEALTH,HISTORICAL, AND/OR SAFETY. | $65 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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National Council On Aging Inc Arlington, VA | $10,857,005 | $54,308,003 |
Federation Of Responsible Citizens Inc Alexandria, VA | $770,919 | $9,741,020 |
Alliance For Retired Americans Washington, DC | $11,474,428 | $7,560,389 |
Justice In Aging Washington, DC | $4,789,014 | $4,349,019 |
Protectseniorsorg Alexandria, VA | $11,569 | $304,754 |
60 Plus Foundation Inc Alexandria, VA | $50,835 | $292,730 |
Commonwealth Long Term Care Foundation Inc Richmond, VA | $342,582 | $1,895 |