(Atlantic) Volunteer Iowa’s Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) is seeking volunteers age 55 and older to participate in its pen pal program.
RSVP Volunteer Coordinator Christina Bettini said the program encourages older adults to stay active and involved in their communities. Last year, RSVP partnered with fourth-grade classrooms in the Atlantic and CAM School Districts for the pen pal program.
Each volunteer is paired with a student. Bettini said the volunteers and students exchange about one letter each month throughout the school year.
The program concludes in the spring with a meet-and-greet event where the students and volunteers have an opportunity to meet in person.
Volunteers must complete an application, background check and screening before participating. Applications are available through the Volunteer Iowa website (CLICK HERE).
Those interested can also contact Bettini at 515-979-4512.
