Volunteers

Volunteers are needed to support older adults in Henrico at our annual Active Aging Week Walk & Fitness Forum on Friday, October 9, from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center outdoor track!

We’re looking for volunteers to help cheer on participants as they walk, distribute snacks, and hand out event takeaways. Your encouragement and support will help make this a fun and welcoming experience for everyone!

Interested in volunteering? Please contact the Advocate for the Aging at [email protected] by Wednesday, September 30.

Volunteer with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Omega Rho Omega Chatper and help community members have their tax returns prepared for FREE.  You do not have to be a member of AARP®; also, there are no age or income requirements to take advantage of this opportunity to have your taxes prepared accurately, confidently and at no cost. 

Make a difference this tax season by helping community members receive free, accurate tax preparation services!

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program, in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Omega Rho Omega Chapter, is seeking volunteers to serve at the Eastern Henrico Recreation Center.

Two Ways to Volunteer

Tax Counselor
Become an IRS-certified volunteer tax preparer and work directly with taxpayers to prepare their returns. Full training and certification are provided.

Client Facilitator
Welcome and assist taxpayers, support appointments and check-in, answer basic questions, and help create a positive experience. No tax preparation experience is required.

Training & Volunteer Schedule

Tax Counselor training begins in December and includes at least one in-person session, along with additional online sessions or directed self-study. IRS certification must be completed as part of the training process.

The tax preparation season runs February 1–April 15.

Volunteers are needed at:

• Eastern Henrico Recreation Center – One or more weekdays and Saturday mornings

Choose a schedule that works for you—serve one day, several days, or regularly.

How to Volunteer

For more information about the Tax-Aide Program and to apply, visit the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide website:

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program & Volunteer Application

Once you submit the online application, you will be contacted by email and then by phone with additional information about the program and certification process.

Your time can help community members receive trusted guidance and complete their taxes with confidence—at no cost. Join us and serve your community this tax season!