AARP is now accepting nominations for its 2024 Pennsylvania Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors 50+ Pennsylvanians who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.   

“AARP Pennsylvania is excited to shine a light on 50+ Pennsylvanians who are using what they’ve learned in life to make a difference in the lives around them,” said AARP Pennsylvania State Director, Bill Johnston-Walsh.   

Nominations will be evaluated by AARP Pennsylvania based on how the volunteer’s work has improved the community, reflected AARP’s vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers. The award recipient will be announced in the fall.  

AARP Pennsylvania Andrus Award for Community Service nominees must meet the following eligibility requirements: 

• The nominee must be 50 years or older.  
• The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must have been performed on a volunteer basis, without pay. Volunteers receiving small stipends to cover the costs associated with the volunteer activity are eligible. 
• The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must reflect AARP’s vision and purpose. 
• The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must be replicable and provide inspiration for others to volunteer. 
• Partisan political achievements, accomplishments, or service may not be considered. 
• Couples or partners who perform service together are also eligible; however, teams are not eligible. 
• Previous Andrus Award recipients are not eligible. 
• Volunteers serving on the Andrus Award selection committee are not eligible.  
• AARP staff members are not eligible. 
• This is not a posthumous award. 

Nomination forms are available by contacting pa@aarp.org or at AARP. The application deadline is Sept. 13. 

The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society. Last year, AARP recognized 49 outstanding individuals and couples from around the country. 

Learn more at AARP Pennsylvania. AARP is the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence and nearly 38 million members, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to families: health security, financial stability, and personal fulfillment.