RSVP
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program
RSVP/Philadelphia provides opportunities for people 55 and older, working or retired, to use their skills, talents, wisdom and experience to answer critical community needs through significant volunteer services. There are no requirements to be an RSVP volunteer, only a sincere desire to commit valuable time and energy on behalf of others. Hundreds of opportunities in non-profit organizations are available that are designed to fit the volunteer's interests and daily schedule. These non-profit organizations include schools, museums, Art Goes to School, social service agencies, nursing homes, hospitals, victim advocate agencies and many more.
We like to say, "RSVP has something for everyone!" RSVP volunteers are covered by free excess accident and liability insurance from the time they leave their homes until they return. We also provide free transportation for those people who are registered with CCT Paratransit. RSVP is a part of the Corporation for National and Community Service and is operated on a nonsectarian basis.
The following services are just several examples of how volunteers can fill an important need within the community:
- Drivers to deliver meals to the homebound elderly
- Tutors/reading coaches in elementary schools
- Work with the Art Goes to School program, an art appreciation program for young children
- Advocate on behalf of victims of crime
- Computer literate volunteers to work with The Benefit Bank Program and other computer programs
- Friendly visitors in nursing homes, rehab centers and hospitals
- Guides in museums, historic sites, arts and cultural centers
- Special event volunteers
- Clerical volunteers
For more information, please call Marcia Gross at 267-345-7787.
Announcing the 2006-2007 National Conference on Volunteering and Service!!
On July 16 to 18th, 2007, there will be a National Conference on Volunteering and Service that will bring together leaders from the field of community service and volunteer management in Philadelphia, PA. Jointly sponsored by the Points of Light Foundation and the Corporation for National Community Service, the Conference will feature the finest plenary speakers from the corporate, non-profit and government sectors; more than 100 workshops on volunteer management, workplace volunteerism, professional development and successful program leadership; and meals and entertainment for socializing, networking and fun!
The theme for this year's Conference is "The Power of We." This theme proudly declares the power of collective action to solve our problems - a hallmoark of America's character since our founding that is more important today than ever before. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please click on the link below! If you are interested in volunteering, please feel free to contact Marcia Gross, Program Director of RSVP Philadelphia at 267-245-7787.
Please note that volunteers who commit to one three-hour shift may register to attend all Conference sessions for just $150! Volunteers must be at least 13 years of age at the time of the conference and reside in the greater Philadelphia region. (Southeast Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey and Delaware)
Click here for more information.
