RSVP of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois works with over 150 partner agencies to develop and fill meaningful volunteer opportunities. RSVP provides free membership, benefits, and support for individuals aged 55+.
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We are very honored that TWO of our RSVP volunteers have been selected to receive the Illinois Governor's Volunteer Service Awards. This honor recognizes individual volunteers through a a statewide program that highlights the importance of volunteerism and community service in the state of Illinois.
Al Kulczewski and Barb Novak were nominated by RSVP--and after a rigorous selection process--both were announced as winners. Congratulations and RSVP is proud to have you as members:
Would you like to learn about additional volunteer activities? Call us. QCA: 309-793-4425 or 309-737-3073 (Knox/Warren).
Help sell raffle tickets! The Knox Prairie Community Kitchen (KPCK) needs help at the Galesburg Sandburg Mall during the Western IL Builders Association Home Show.
Saturday, March 7
10 a.m.- 9 p.m.
and
Sunday, March 8
noon to 3 p.m.
KPCK will man a booth to sell tickets for the Playhouse built by WIBA to benefit KPCK.
Volunteers are needed to assist with this hands-on simulation that gives young people the opportunity to explore career opportunities, lifestyle, and budget choices similar to those adults face. Sponsored by University of Illinois Extension, the Welcome to the Real World event will take place on
Friday May 8
Galesburg High School Fieldhouse
Lunch is provided
Over 450 eighth grade students from Knox, Warren and Henderson counties are expected to participate. Volunteers requested to respond by March 31.
For more information, contact Amy Griswold agriswold@wiaaa.org 309-428-5841.
Bettendorf Schools is seeking volunteers to teach Junior Achievement life skill lessons to 3rd- and 4th-grade students. Scheduling is flexible, but volunteers would need to commit to teaching one lesson per week, for 5-7 weeks. All training and materials are provided. Interested? Call 309-793-4425
Tutor Talk March 20
Home Delivered Meals Delivery Drivers needed
Rock Island County Senior Center/Project NOW needs volunteers to deliver meals to homebound individuals. Meal pick up is at Illini Hospital in Silvis.
Meals are delivered throughout Rock Island County, including: Moline, Rock Island, East Moline, Silvis, Carbon Cliff, Port Byron, Cordova, Hillsdale, Rapids City, Milan, and Coal Valley. Volunteers can ask to deliver in their area of choice.
Flexible schedules--choose days that work with your schedule. We have volunteers that volunteer daily, weekly, biweekly, and monthly. All help is greatly appreciated.
Routes can be completed in about an hour. Volunteers will need reliable vehicle, proof of insurance, current driver’s license
Want more information? Call 309-793-4425.
St. Mark's Food Pantry is still looking for at least one more volunteer to help. This is flexible and rewarding work.
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Monday through Friday
2363 W. 3rd St.
Davenport
Call 309-793-4425
CASI St. Patrick's Race will beSaturday, March 14th. The festivities begin on Friday, March 13th. Volunteers are need for a wide-range of activities. For more information, call 309-793-4425.
For more information on the race and accompanying activities, click HERE
SAL (formerly Skip-a-Long) is seeking volunteers to help with its childcare programs. Help would be appreciated in any of its campuses: Davenport, Moline, or Rock Island. Scheduling is very flexible, but a regular commitment of 4 hours per month is desired.
Volunteer activities include reading, assisting with napping, helping with bulletin boards, etc.
