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A 79-year-old Mesa resident has been hand-delivering newspaper sections to neighbors every morning for nearly a decade. His daily paper route is just a small window into thousands of hours he's spent volunteering across Arizona.
A new grant is opening doors for retirees who want to give back. Dove, Inc. in Decatur just received nearly $145,000 to connect older adults with volunteer opportunities across central Illinois.
Hunterdon County honored dozens of senior center volunteers who collectively donate over 1,000 hours every three months to help older adults stay connected and independent. From driving neighbors to medical appointments to leading fitness classes, these volunteers are transforming aging in their community.
At 81 years young, Ann Marie Zagzebski has spent over a decade hand-addressing thousands of envelopes and helping break a world record for environmental advocacy. Her quiet dedication shows how consistent volunteer work creates lasting change.
Two retired volunteers in Washington County have each driven over 100,000 miles offering free medical transportation to fellow seniors. Their work through Interfaith Caregivers has saved local seniors tens of thousands of dollars while fighting isolation with friendship.
Volunteers at Sun City West's community food pantry transform Monday mornings into a celebration of neighbors helping neighbors. The partnership between local residents and Valley Community Food Bank ensures seniors never go hungry.
A simple mental health solution born in Zimbabwe 18 years ago is now helping Washington, D.C. residents find free support from trained senior volunteers. The Friendship Bench program connects people struggling with mental health to caring "grandparents" who listen without judgment.
A retired engineer nicknamed "Ready Mix" has spent 25 years building homes for families from Nicaragua to Kentucky, proving that one person's dedication can transform thousands of lives. His story shows how volunteering abroad changes both the helper and the helped.
Sharon Sparkes started a food pantry from her Thunder Bay kitchen 20 years ago with just three visitors. Now at 81, she feeds up to 100 people every two weeks and teaches clients valuable life skills.
Seniors 55 and older can earn a stipend while helping students with reading, math, and life skills through Ohio's Foster Grandparent program. The program has matched caring volunteers with children since 1972 and is still growing.