Get smart about scams to protect yourself
and your money.
Being informed is your best defense against the many scammers and fraudsters who are out to rob you of your hard-earned income. They’re sophisticated and sneaky and can trick even the smartest folks. By using AARP Foundation’s free resources, you can learn how to spot their scams and how to refuse and report them. It’s the best way to protect yourself — and others — from financial harm.
How to get informed and take action.
RECOGNIZE FRAUD
Learn about the many types of scams and how to spot them, plus sign up for fraud alerts.
REFUSE AND REPORT
Learn how to refuse and report scams and share your own experience to help others.
JOIN THE FRAUD FIGHTERS
Volunteer at an AARP Consumer Fraud Prevention Call Center.
Other ways to give back:
Estate Planning
Get step-by-step instructions on how to create a plan and take control of your decisions and your legacy.
DISCOVER HOW
About AARP Foundation
Learn how the charitable arm of AARP empowers older, impoverished Americans.
DISCOVER HOW
AARP FOUNDATION
As the charitable arm of AARP, the AARP Foundation offers critically needed services that help provide real relief for struggling seniors. Last year more than 5.2 million people benefited from our support. Through the AARP Foundation, you can help a senior to maintain their independence, dignity and control by making a donation now to the AARP Member Fund.
LEARN MORE ABOUT AARP FOUNDATION
YOUR SUPPORT MATTERS
There are numerous charitable giving opportunities to help people in your community through the AARP Foundation.
CREATE THE GOOD®
Create The Good® is about coming together and doing something positive to improve the lives of family, friends and neighbors through a variety of volunteer and charitable giving opportunities.
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