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April 28, 2025

AARP Rewards Online Community Budget Contest 2025

  • April 28, 2025
  • 273 replies
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Share how you use AARP Rewards as a smart way to stick to your budget and save money for a chance to win! 

 

Simply reply to this post telling us about how you have been able to reduce the cost of everyday expenses like travel, gifts, fast-casual meals (ex: Chipotle, Dominos, Panera), and/or online purchases and how the AARP Rewards programs have become an easy, low-effort way to stretch your budget further and stay financially mindful.

 

The contest will run beginning on Monday, May 5th – Friday, May 30, 2025.  Official Rules - https://community.aarp.org/t5/AARP-Rewards-Connect/AARP-Rewards-Online-Community-Budget-Contest-2025-Official-Rules/m-p/2608505

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    IcedCorn
    Contributor ⭐
    May 14, 2025

    This is great. I've been an AARP member since before I "aged" into AARP. I enjoy reading AARP articles, taking quizzes and watching videos. The bonus is I get rewards points. I do redeem many points for instant win...haven't won a bunch, but it's ancillary to learning about what's going on in the world. I do appreciate the discounted gift cards!

      StuartS594093
      Contributor ⭐
      May 14, 2025

      I buy gift cards for merchants I use at a discount 

        AimeeM297390
        Contributor ⭐
        May 13, 2025

        I love your reward discount cards!  Over time they add up to significant savings.   I also love AARP’s videos that teach about budgeting and managing our finances.  Thank you , AARP!

          AngelaW990384
          Contributor ⭐
          May 14, 2025

          Love the discounts, enjoy the videos and quizzes on alll topics

            TammyI761247
            Contributor ⭐
            May 13, 2025

             I have used multiple discounted gift cards--$35 for $50 value, $20 for $25 value--in addition to purchasing multiple $5 gift cards (limit 3 for the month).  I also saved $100 on a hotel room with a "gift card" from AARP.  Finally, I received a $5 Amazon gift card when I renewed my AARP membership.

             

             

              I have also saved money by taking the fitness classes (videos) instead of going to the gym.

              Mhoodldk
              Contributor ⭐
              May 13, 2025

              Saved on multiple hotel bills 

                Sterg27
                Contributor ⭐
                May 13, 2025

                Used rewards discount gift cards to reduce the price of groceries and meals. I’ve saved $416 over a couple years. 

                  RhondaK703021
                  Contributor ⭐
                  May 13, 2025

                  I want nothing more than to be happy and satisfied in life. I'm a newcomer to AARP and I wish the same thing, to be happy and satisfied with the benefits.

                    DanielC580395
                    Contributor ⭐
                    May 13, 2025

                    Well, I'm just starting out, we'll see how it goes. I'm hoping for the best! Be back later to give a progress report. Wish me luck y'all!

                      AnnY297838
                      Contributor ⭐
                      May 13, 2025

                      I have been able to save over $200 in magazine subscriptions by using my reward points to get them. I also have saved on Amtrak travel with my discounted gift cards.  I also have amassed savings on my clothing budget using $5.00 and sometimes $10.00 rewards from LL Bean and Land's End.

                        beckiej952304
                        Contributor ⭐
                        May 13, 2025

                          I got my credit card bills paid off and I have ALOT more money.  Next project is to get rid of my car debt!  Feels wonderful!!

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