About Us
RSVP, formerly known as the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, is part of the Corporation for National and Community Service, RSVP is the only Senior Corps program open to all individuals 55 and older.
There are no educational, income or experience requirements, and no barriers to citizenship, race, creed, nationality or political affiliation. There are no dues, membership fees, or meetings to attend.
The Council of Churches of the Ozarks has sponsored the program locally since its inception in September 1974. Currently, we have over 1600 active volunteers helping bridge the gap between necessary services and limited resources for over 125 agencies in our community. In 2010 volunteers logged over 181 thousand hours, valued at more than $3,616 thousand when figured at minimum wage (19.89/hour).
RSVP locally, is also supported by the United Way of the Ozarks, offering "one stop shopping" for all volunteers looking to find challenging, rewarding, and significant service opportunities in their local communities.
