The AARP® Essential Rewards Mastercard®

The AARP® Essential Rewards Mastercard® Subscriptions

No annual fee. 3 subscriptions benefits, with what each is worth and the limits that apply.

Annual fee
No fee
Estimated value
$15/yr
Benefits
3

Charitable Contribution 1%

Included

Barclays donates 1% of eligible electronic/telecommunications purchases to AARP Foundation, up to a shared $1M annual program cap.

Value Analysis

Estimated Value
$5

Charitable Contribution $10

Included

Barclays donates $10 to AARP Foundation for every new account used within 90 days of opening, up to a shared $1M annual program cap.

Value Analysis

Estimated Value
$5

Redeem for AARP Membership

Included

Redeem rewards for an AARP membership for yourself or as a gift. Options start at $16 in rewards.

Value Analysis

Estimated Value
$5

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