ABOUT US

What we do

Connect

We match volunteers with 140+ organizations, aligning their skills and passions with meaningful causes that make a real impact.

Support

We empower nonprofits by providing dedicated volunteers, expert guidance, and comprehensive training in volunteer management.

Solve

We mobilize volunteers to tackle community needs, offering direct assistance through our Signature Programs: Coats for Kids, Second Chance Initiative, I CAN Volunteer Team, and VITA – Volunteer Income Tax Assistance.

Our History

The Volunteer Center, founded in 2004, grew out of the RSVP Program (Retired Senior Volunteer Program), a cornerstone of service in the Allen County, Indiana area since 1972. Created with a heartfelt mission to inspire and connect volunteers of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, the Volunteer Center initially centered on Allen County. In 2017, we proudly expanded our reach to include Huntington, Wells, and Whitley counties, extending our impact across northeast Indiana.

Through our Signature Programs -Coats for Kids, Free Tax Preparation, I CAN Volunteer Team and, Second Chance Legal Initiative-, volunteers address critical disparities faced by the most vulnerable in our communities. Today, we are proud to support a network of over 2,000 dedicated volunteers contribute their time and talents to more than 145 local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, and civic groups. Together, we’re creating lasting change and strengthening our communities, one volunteer at a time.

Our Signature Programs

Partners

We salute these organizations and foundations who choose to help fund and support our mission.
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