<P> AARP addresses issues affecting older Americans through lobbying efforts at the state and national governmental level , an activity permitted by its 501 ( c ) ( 4 ) status . The organization says that it is non-partisan and does not support , oppose or give money to any candidates or political parties . The total revenue for 2006 was approximately $1 billion and it spent $23 million on lobbying . Middle - class security has been a major focus for the organization in recent years . AARP also provides extensive consumer information , volunteer opportunities , and events including the annual National Event & Expo ( 2013 in Las Vegas from May 30 -- June 1 and in Atlanta from October 3 -- 5 ) . </P>
where does aarp fall on the political spectrum
non-partisan