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13 people are interested
Community volunteers are needed to help build tiny homes for ending homelessness
ORGANIZATION: Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Pinellas County
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13 people are interested
The purpose of RSVP - Retired & Senior Volunteer Program - is to create meaningful opportunities for older citizens - age 55 and above - to participate more fully in the life of the community through volunteer service.
Can tiny homes be a solution for ending homelessness? A growing number of faith-based organizations and local governments believe these micro houses can more quickly get people off the street and restore their dignity. As a result, tiny house villages are being developed nationwide to address homelessness.
Orientation and training will be provided periodically throughout this year, leading up to the community building events.
- Volunteering allows you to follow your passion while contributing to a cause that is important to you. We’re all in this is a great way to meet and get to know others in your community. The work you do and the things you accomplish when you volunteer have a huge impact on our community.
- Until homelessness is abolished, we still need your help. We need volunteers just like you to help people experiencing homelessness in Pinellas County. There are many kinds of volunteer opportunities available so look over the sample list below to find the best match for your interests, skills, and availability. Please keep in mind that all positions are volunteer positions.
- Fundraising/ Coordinate donations
- Grant Writer
- Meal Service
- Blog Writers (must make a regular commitment)
- Carpenters/Construction for Tiny Homes (once funds have been acquired)
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About Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Pinellas County
Location:
Pinellas Opportunity Council, Inc., 501 First Avenue North, Suite 517, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, US
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program of Pinellas County (RSVP) is to create meaningful opportunities for persons 55 years of age and above to participate more fully in the life of their community through volunteer service.
Description
The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is one of the largest volunteer networks in the nation for people 55 years and over. You can use the skills and talents you’ve learned over the years, or develop new ones while serving in a variety of volunteer activities within your community.
We strengthen the communities we serve by addressing identified significant local needs, such as homelessness, food insecurity, aging in place for seniors, children in welfare and safety programs, and veterans and military families. RSVP takes the guesswork out of volunteering by partnering with a variety of nonprofit agencies in Pinellas County to help you find the right fit for your volunteer service. You choose where, when, and how often you want to spend your time!
Benfits of RSVP include: mileage reimbursement for travel to and from your volunteer station, accident and personal liability insurance, small death benefit while performing volunteer duties, volunteer recognition events, socialization with peers, and personal growth. Oh, and did we mention, the ability to make a lasting difference on those in need?
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
501 1st Ave NSaint PetersburgSaint Petersburg, FL 33701
DATE POSTED
February 27, 2020
SKILLS
- Renovation
- Crisis Intervention
- Construction
- Food Delivery / Distribution
- Civil Engineering
- Home Repair
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 55
- Varies