AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP - Buchanan County

AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP - Buchanan County AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP connects volunteers 55+ with volunteer opportunities to use their experience, skills, and talents to meet the needs of the community.

We offer one-on-one placement services to find a good fit for the individual that also matches a

06/09/2026

Whether you are planting a backyard garden, tending a few pots on the porch, or simply growing herbs in your kitchen window, every plant makes a difference.

This week, celebrate by planting something new, supporting local gardeners or spending a little extra time outdoors!

06/01/2026

Mustangs are on a mission to help students thrive, build confidence, support success, make meaningful connections, and strengthen our community.

To help execute this mission, we are looking for mentors and positive role models who want to make a difference in the lives of Mustang students.

Just 30 minutes a week during your workday can have a lasting impact on a student’s future — while also building stronger community connections along the way!

Interested in becoming a mentor?
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Call: 319-332-0626

Together, we can help every student shine!

05/28/2026

📱 Stay Connected with the City of Independence! 📱

We want to ensure our community stays informed about what is happening in Independence. Whether you are looking for emergency alerts, event updates, or information on our upcoming RAGBRAI stop, we have a text alert tailored to your needs.

To sign up, simply text any of the codes below to 38276:

IndeeAll: All City of Independence Alerts

IndeeBids: Independence Bids

IndeeDowntown: Independence Downtown

IndeeEvents: Independence Events

IndeeSnow: Snow Emergency

IndeeTrashUpdates: Independence Trash Updates

IndeeWater: Independence Water Updates

Independence: Independence Information and Emergency Alerts

RAGBRAI: Public RAGBRAI information

Sign up today to get the latest news and updates sent straight to your phone, and help us keep our community connected!

05/03/2026

I want to thank everyone who came to Lamont today to support our businesses and organizations and attend our volunteer appreciation ceremony to thank our incredible volunteers. We had a great crowd! I want to thank Common Grounds for hosting the event and having rolls and drinks and Rae McTaggart for being our photographer for the event.

Pictured below are our incredible volunteers who have dedicated countless hours to making our community a better place, Mark Adams, Cathy Adams, JoAnn Crow, Terry Crow, John Richmond, Jane Richmond, Karen Kremer, Paula Harvey, Kay Hoffman, and Steve Berger accepting the award for the Lamont Mobile Food pantry. These individuals and the mobile food pantry have dedicated many years and done so much to make our community a better place. Thank you!

We have many incredible volunteers in our community who have done an incredible amount to make our community a better place. We also have a large amount of support from our community to make this an annual event, so annual event it is! Be thinking of nominations for 2027!

Thank you everyone for making Lamont a great place!

05/01/2026

circle your calendar for historic events-you could also 'volunteer' - WE NEED YOU

Life is better because of you all! Thanks!
04/30/2026

Life is better because of you all! Thanks!

04/28/2026

Did you have damage from the recent storms and need help with the recovery process?
The Disaster Case Advocacy program provide assistance at no cost to households get the help you need with a recovery plan and can connect residents to resources.
The Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program offers grants to families whose household’s annual income is at 200% or less of the federal poverty level.
💻 Apply online: homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/assistance

04/28/2026

🌟 National Volunteer Month Spotlight 🌟

Helping seniors stay connected, supported, and engaged is at the heart of what our volunteers do - and we’re proud to recognize those who make it happen every day!

Today, we’re excited to highlight Sharla Sherrets, a valued volunteer at the Buchanan County Senior Center in Independence for over 12 years. 💙

Before becoming a volunteer, Sharla worked as a cook at the center, and her commitment never slowed down. Today, she plays a vital role in keeping things running smoothly. From managing the front desk, greeting seniors, answering phones, and tracking meal participation, to running the kitchen by prepping, serving, and cleaning up, Sharla truly does it all.

She also brings fun and connection to the center by calling bingo, and she stays actively involved as a member of the Council on Aging, where she attends meetings and supports activities and fundraisers.

Sharla’s dedication, energy, and care make a lasting difference for so many. We are incredibly grateful for all that she does! 🙌💙

02/16/2026

Kindness costs nothing.
But it can mean everything. 💫

💙 Shoutout to the heart of our community — our volunteers! 💙The Independence Area Food Pantry -IOWA is powered by some t...
02/02/2026

💙 Shoutout to the heart of our community — our volunteers! 💙
The Independence Area Food Pantry -IOWA is powered by some truly amazing people. Day in and day out, neighbors show up for neighbors — packing boxes, sorting food, lending smiles, and making sure no one feels alone.
This is what community looks like: coming together, serving with compassion, and lifting each other up. We are so grateful for every volunteer who gives their time and heart to make a difference. You all are AWESOME!!

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PO Box 742
Independence, IA
50644

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