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AARP
AARP is a non-profit organisation founded in 1958 in the United States. It focuses on research, education, and advocacy for consumer issues, health, economic...
AARP
AARP is a non-profit organisation founded in 1958 in the United States. It focuses on research, education, and advocacy for consumer issues, health, economic security, and community services.
General information
Firm type
Endowment / Foundation
Year founded
1958
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States
City
Washington
Corporate office
601 E Street NW, Washington, DC 20049
Additional offices
Rockville, MD · Lakewood, CA
Principals
Jo Ann Jenkins
CEO
Lloyd E. Johnson
Board Chair
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at AARP?
Jo Ann Jenkins serves as CEO. Investment oversight occurs through internal teams and external managers including State Street Global Advisors and BNY Mellon.
Does AARP participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
AARP makes both fund commitments, such as the Dementia Discovery Fund, and direct minority investments via the AgeTech Collaborative and Innovation Fund.
What investment stages does AARP typically target?
Activity centers on early-stage health and aging technology companies alongside public market holdings and real estate assets.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
AARP generates resources through membership dues, licensing royalties from insurance partners, and investment returns on its asset base.
How is AARP related to its philanthropic structures?
The AARP Foundation operates as a separate charitable affiliate established in 1963 with an annual giving budget of approximately $195M focused on senior economic opportunity.
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