From Volunteer Center of Racine County

Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

Invites adults 55 and over to use their life experiences and skills to help make their community stronger. Whether helping children, adults or with community Homeland Security efforts, RSVP is a rewarding way to share your time, talents and skills to improve your life as well as benefit your neighborhood or hometown. Special benefits are also available for RSVP volunteers.

Youth Programs

Serves youth ages 11-18 throughout Racine County in a variety of organizations and agencies. Interested children and teens are sought from all segments of the youth population and serve a broad spectrum of needs. Those who benefit from youth services are encouraged to in turn volunteer, so they can experience the power community service has in making a profound difference in the lives of others.

Special Projects

Provide great one-time volunteer opportunities for individuals, co-workers, families or youth! Earth Day (April) and Make a Difference Day (October ) coordinated by the Volunteer Center provide a wide-range of volunteer opportunities on a specified day. CROP Walk (October) administered by the Volunteer Center in cooperation with the Racine Clergy Association is a unique response to needs of the poor and hungry in Racine and around the world. Racine County Food Bank receives 25% of CROP Walk donations, the remainder going to Church World Services.

Volunteer Recruitment and Training

Provides the community with volunteers, matched by their interests, skills and availability, to a list of volunteer opportunities from nonprofit agencies, groups and organizations in need of their support. Volunteer training provides volunteer coordinators of nonprofit groups and organizations with the mananagement skills necessary to do their job. This is available on a one-on-one basis and/or via special presentations and programs. Contact the Volunteer Center for further information, 262-886-9612 or mpelky@volunteercenterofracine.org.