The Pella Public Library invites the community to attend a presentation about the AmeriCorps Seniors Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. The event will be held today at 2:00 p.m. Volunteer Coordinator for the Marion and Madison County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Mildred Chihak will present information about the history of the effort, and participants at the presentation can learn how to become an AmeriCorps Seniors volunteer or sign up to use the RSVP services. The national program funded through AmeriCorps Seniors partners with public and private nonprofit organizations to provide volunteers. Within Iowa, 66 counties have an RSVP; each is unique to the needs of their community.

Some of those programs have existed in some areas for over 30 years, and seek to connect older adults (55+) with volunteer opportunities within their community while eliminating barriers to those opportunities.

This presentation will take place in Room 206 of the Pella Community Center located at 712 Union St. It is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome.