Mission:
As an advocate for promoting the value of volunteerism, the Volunteer Center of Racine County brings volunteers together with community organizations. The Volunteer Center works as a leader in our community that mobilizes people of all ages and backgrounds to volunteer by investing their resources of time and talent to make a difference in their own lives as well as the lives of those served. In connecting people and resources with the needs and services in our community, the Volunteer Center works as a catalyst for responding to community needs by creating, developing, implementing and supporting volunteer opportunities.
The Volunteer Center of Racine County serves children, youth, adults, and seniors who are keenly interested in service and volunteering. We can help you find out more about how you can help us serve our community.
Programs and Services:
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 management 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.
