Washington County 55+ RSVP Program

04/21/2025

🌟 Happy Volunteer Recognition Week! 🌟

This week—and every week—we celebrate YOU, our incredible RSVP volunteers! 💙

Your dedication, compassion, and countless hours of service make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many throughout our community. Whether you're delivering meals, mentoring youth, supporting local nonprofits, or lending a helping hand wherever it's needed—you are the heart of what we do. 💪

Thank you for showing up, stepping up, and shining bright. We are so grateful for your generosity, your time, and your spirit. 🙌💐

Let’s give our RSVP volunteers the round of applause they truly deserve! 👏👏👏

03/07/2025

🌸 Don't forget to spring forward this Sunday! ⏰ Set your clocks 1 hour ahead and enjoy an extra hour of daylight. It's time to embrace the sunshine! ☀️

12/02/2024

🌟Looking for a way to make a BIG impact while feeling good inside? Volunteering could be your answer! Here’s why: 🌟

1️⃣ Boost Your Happiness 😄
Helping others = feel-good vibes for YOU! Studies show that volunteering can increase your happiness and sense of purpose. 💖

2️⃣ Make New Friends 🤝
Volunteering brings people together! Whether you're helping out at a local shelter or organizing an event, you’ll meet awesome new people with shared passions.

3️⃣ Learn & Grow 📚
Pick up new skills, explore different causes, and open your mind to fresh perspectives. Volunteering helps you grow both personally and professionally.

4️⃣ Make a Difference 🌍
The world needs your energy! Even small acts of kindness can have a big impact—whether it's cleaning up a park or tutoring a student.

5️⃣ Feel the Gratitude 🙏
There's nothing like seeing someone's face light up because of your help. The thanks you get are priceless!

Ready to make a change? Volunteer today and discover the endless rewards that come with giving back! 💪✨

11/05/2024

🗳️ The day is here! If you haven't voted yet, make sure you do! Your voice matters and every vote counts! Let’s make it heard! ✨ If you need any last minute voting information, please visit: https://www.vote.org/

08/28/2024

Volunteer opportunity!! THIS FRYDAY! 🏈💛🖤

08/21/2024

📖✏️Are you ready to head back to school?!✏️📖

We invite you to check out our Reading Buddy and Pen Pal Programs.

Both programs help foster intergenerational connections, increase literacy skills and build positive relationships.

If you or someone you know is 55+ and looking for ways to make meaningful connections, contact Megan at 319-591-3480 or [email protected].

https://www.unitedwayjwc.org/55-rsvp-initiative


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08/19/2024

There is still time to sign up for the 2024-2025 Pen Pal Program!

08/07/2024

Fun Volunteer Opportunity!!

Ready, Set, School is right around the corner on August 9th, and we have over 140+ volunteers shift still available! You can help out by signing up to volunteer!
https://unitedwayjc.galaxydigital.com/need

07/08/2024

We're helping Washington United Presbyterian Church meet their goal in supplying school supplies for kids in the Washington, Iowa area. Help support the School Supply Drive by purchasing an item or two from their Amazon Wishlist! https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3OVBEM0HCOR3X?ref_=wl_share

06/24/2024

❗️ E X C I T I N G N E W S ❗️

We are EXPANDING!!

Our pen pal program has been a HUGE success in the Washington Community School District so we have decided to expand to MID PRAIRIE!

This program helps foster intergenerational connections, increases literacy skills, and builds positive relationships.

If you or anyone you know who is 55 or better and wants to join the fun, let us know!

06/20/2024

☀️It's officially Summer! ☀️
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