Volunteering
United Way of East Central Iowa’s Volunteer Center creates connections between volunteer opportunities and individuals or groups to help them serve their community in Linn, Jones, Benton, Cedar, Iowa and Washington counties.
A short video on volunteering:
The Volunteer Center
- Promotes volunteerism and raises awareness of the value volunteers bring to the community
- Builds capacity for local volunteering
- Promotes and shares volunteer best practices
- Mobilizes volunteers for episodic one day service projects
- Engages business leaders in building a stronger community through volunteering
Click here to read results from the 2011 Volunteer Needs Assessment Survey.
Get Connected
To find a volunteer opportunity that is suited for you, search our online database here. There are many ways to get connected. Search for an organization near you, a cause that is important to you, or an opportunity that matches your skills and interests.
Volunteer News
United Way of East Central Iowa sends out monthly e-newsletter informing you about what it going on in the community in the area of volunteerism. If you would like to receive the e-newsletter or have information to be included, please contact us here.
February 2012
June 2011
April 2011
February 2011
November 2010
October 2010
August 2010
RSVP – Retired Senior Volunteer Program
You’ve gained a lifetime of experience. Now is the time to put your skills and talents to good use by volunteering through RSVP. RSVP of Linn and Jones Counties engages adults, age 55 and older, in volunteer services which meet the critical community needs that impact citizens of all ages, while providing a high quality experience that will enrich the lives of volunteers.
RSVP is America’s largest volunteer network for people age 55 and over. In Linn and Jones Counties, RSVP has over 500 members who volunteer for nearly 80 partner agencies in a wide variety of jobs. With RSVP, you choose how and where you want to serve. You choose the amount of time you want to give and you choose whether you want to draw on your skills or develop new ones.
With RSVP, you’ll receive pre-service orientation, training for the organization where you serve and supplemental insurance while on duty. Volunteering leads to new discoveries and new friends. Studies show that volunteering helps you live longer and promotes a positive outlook on life. So get involved, and join RSVP today!
