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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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    petunia25
    Contributor ⭐⭐
    May 7, 2025

    I I use rewards points to save on every day expenses and also to treat myself every now and then to a restaurant.  I also enter sweepstakes and instant wins in the hopes of winning a bigger prize!

     

      DeborahN139706
      Contributor ⭐
      May 7, 2025

      AARP rewards sweepstakes and instant wins are a great chance to not only offset costs for a large variety of stores but expose me to opportunities to explore venues that may be budget friendly but I've never tried or even considered. 

       

      The current climate of costs, anxiety and uncertainty can be paralyzing to a lot of people  especially to AARP aged members like me. (Others may disagree and that's absoultely okay--please understand nothing controversial or argumentive was meant by what was just stated.) Just personally feel that the rewards program provides pearls of wisdom that I appreciate and enjoy using to stay active, engaged and still be able socialize with friends, neighbors and family. Time is such a precious commodity --AARP rewards give me the ability to have enjoyable dining,entertainment and travel options without creating options additional financial worries. Getting older, having unforseen medical issues and feeling a little lost with retirement are hard enough.

        MR348816
        Contributor ⭐
        May 7, 2025

         I reduce the cost of everyday expenses by making things simple. The AARP rewards have help me save cost on travel allowing me to maximize my allocated budget for travel. I also use the different resources to learn how to save more and tips to assist with my current strategy. The entertainment that they provide free helps to allow me to save on that portion in the budget.

          ks72184067
          Contributor ⭐⭐
          May 7, 2025

           I add all of my gift cards right away to my google wallet, make sure to include the pin# and you always have it with you at you fingertips without looking through emails.

            ks72184067
            Contributor ⭐⭐
            May 7, 2025

             I Love AARP Rewards!! I buy the daily deals gift cards which helps save money on the purchased item and keeps me on budget so I don't overspend. I really enjoy entering the sweepstakes because there are always so many gift cards to try and win. I enjoy purchasing the $5 gift cards with points ( I wish we could get more than a limit of 3 each month), it like using a $5 coupon towards my purchase. The instant wins are fun as well.

              AdrianneB576186
              Contributor ⭐
              May 7, 2025

              I use the Walmart cards to treat myself (something I rarely do). Gift cards help me to feel less guilty about doing something nice for myself.

               

                mg78377172
                Contributor ⭐
                May 7, 2025

                I’ve redeemed AARP Rewards for Valentine’s Day and birthday e-greeting cards that my relatives love. You get to write your own message and schedule the date the card will arrive. It’s fun, eco-friendly, and saves time and money.

                  KellyE721161
                  Contributor ⭐⭐
                  May 6, 2025

                  Switched Cell Phone Service to Consumers Cellular using AARP deal $55 2 lines unlimited talk and text and 50GB of data.  

                    lalenn
                    Contributor ⭐
                    May 6, 2025

                     I like getting gift cards from AARP for places like Walgreens, Home Depot, or restaurants so I can treat myself to something I want without feeling guilty.

                      GordonL152944
                      Contributor ⭐
                      May 6, 2025

                        I enjoy going out to eat more when I can pay with an AARP gift card that I won or for which I redeemed points.

                        YvetteR940350
                        Contributor ⭐
                        May 6, 2025

                        I watch videos, take quizzes, and do the challenges almost everyday, so I learn many ways to save. I even checked out the local places to save, and found out I can buy one get one free at the alligator farm! 

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