Volunteer
USE YOUR TIME FOR CHANGING THE WORLD
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program)
pairs individuals 55 and over with volunteer opportunities that match their interests.
AngelWorx provides volunteer opportunities for individuals under 55.
We have volunteer opportunities in all six of our counties and we welcome individuals of all ages who want to use their life experience and skills to make a difference, regardless of the amount of time that they have to give. Joining does not require a fee and there are no restrictions based on education, income, age, race, experience, citizenship, gender or disability. We have over 40 active volunteer stations (based on community need) offering a wide variety of assignments in nutrition, education, health care, history, socialization, etc. Some of those opportunities are listed below. Want more information? Please contact our office at 812-888-5879 or toll free at 800-742-9002. You may also reach us by e-mail generations@vinu.edu.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
FOOD SECURITY/NUTRITION SUPPORT
- Food Pantry Support
- Food Drives/Collections
- Senior Farmers Market Vouchers
PREPARATION/EDUCATION PROGRAMMING
- American Red Cross
- Disaster Preparedness/Education
- Co-facilitating Health Classes
- Environmental Services Support
- Evidence Based Coaches Training
SPECIAL INTERESTS PROGRAMMING
- Children and Youth Programs
- Build-A-Basket
- Military Museums
- Sewing Projects
- Pen Pal Programs
- Activities for Seniors
- Bits ‘n Bytes
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/SUPPORT
- State Health Insurance Program
- Tax Assistant/Tax Prep
- Financial Literacy
- Technology Program
- Hospital Volunteers/Hospice
- Digital Literacy
- Senior Medicare Patrol
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT
- Bulk Mailings
- Clerical & Filing
- Computer Work
- Operate a Circuit
- Hand-Addressing Birthday Cards
- Volunteering at Home
- Special One Day Projects