NEWTON, Kan. — Harvey County RSVP has been awarded a $75,000 grant from AmeriCorps Seniors to expand its volunteer services across the community in fiscal year 2025.
AmeriCorps is the federal agency for national service and volunteerism. The funding will support RSVP’s efforts to strengthen local food security, aid nonprofits, and increase volunteerism among residents age 55 and older.
“We’re delighted to be selected as an AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP grant recipient. It’s a rigorously competitive process,” said Lona Kelly, director of the Harvey County Department on Aging. “RSVP is committed to the support of volunteers across Harvey County who commit their time and talents and strengthen the capacity of the community.”
The grant will help RSVP volunteers deliver meals, shop for the homebound, and provide service support for area food banks, charities and nonprofit organizations.
“These programs empower adults over 55 to gain valuable skills through service,” said RSVP Coordinator Mary Wilson. “It increases their ability to return to the workforce or share their passion and purpose by volunteering in the Harvey County community.”
Harvey County RSVP has provided Healthy Futures projects locally since 1983.
AmeriCorps Seniors programs operate nationwide, helping meet local needs, promoting civic engagement and empowering older adults to improve lives and communities.