To the left, the logo for AmeriCorps Seniors featuring a stylized letter 'A' within a circle. Next to it, the text 'AmeriCorps Seniors'. To the right, the logo of United Way Mapped County showing a stylized eye with an orange and yellow rainbow above blue hands holding a red figure. The text reads 'UNITED WAY Mapped County'.

Empower Experienced Volunteers. Expand Your Impact.

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Become an RSVP Volunteer Station

Partner with the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program

RSVP, an AmeriCorps Seniors program sponsored by United Way of Wapello County, connects adults aged 55+ with meaningful volunteer opportunities across Wapello, Jefferson, and Monroe Counties.

As one of the largest volunteer networks in the nation for older adults, RSVP helps local organizations like yours tap into the talent, time, and experience of seasoned volunteers who are ready to give back.

Together, we can create meaningful opportunities that benefit your organization and our community—while honoring the experience of older adults.

  • As a registered RSVP Volunteer Station, your organization can:
    ✅ Recruit reliable volunteers age 55+ to help carry out your mission
    ✅ Fill gaps in staffing and capacity with experienced individuals
    ✅ Gain support for programs in education, food security, financial stability, and health
    ✅ Build long-term relationships with community-minded individuals
    ✅ Receive assistance with volunteer tracking, recognition, and engagement

    RSVP volunteers serve in diverse roles, including:
    • Tutoring and mentoring youth
    • Assisting with food pantries and meal delivery
    • Growing produce in community gardens
    • Providing tax prep and financial literacy support

    Whether you need help once a week or on a recurring basis, RSVP can help you expand your reach and increase your impact.
    • Tutoring and mentoring youth
    • Assisting with food pantries and meal delivery
    • Growing produce in community gardens
    • Providing tax prep and financial literacy support

    Whether you need help once a week or on a recurring basis, RSVP can help you expand your reach and increase your impact.

  • Additional Benefits to Your Organization:

    • Support from our RSVP team to help recruit, onboard, and manage volunteers

    • Volunteer insurance coverage provided to all RSVP members

    • Increased visibility through our Volunteer Center and community outreach

    • Access to a network of other RSVP stations and best practices

  • To become an RSVP Volunteer Station, you’ll need to:

    1. Contact our RSVP team at uwwc@wapellocouw.org, or 641-682-1264and we’ll guide you through the process and support you every step of the way.

    2. Fill out our Memorandum of Understand (MOU) Form

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