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Volunteers needed in food banks and food pantries

Published on October 31, 2025
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Our mission is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic engagement through service, volunteering and mentoring.

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  • AmeriCorps

    AmeriCorps mission is to improve lives, strengthen communities & foster civic engagement through service & volunteering.

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    Recognize an outstanding volunteer through one of our recognition programs.

  • Iowa MENTOR

    We work to promote, support, and build quality mentoring relationships by elevating programs.

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    Find resources to engage youth in service opportunities with your organization

  • Volunteers Age 55+

    Find the right match between your skills and interests, and the benefits offered by volunteer programs for adults 55+.

  • AmeriCorps VISTA

    AmeriCorps VISTA (Volunteers in Service to America) members provide service that aims to eliminate poverty.

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    Search for volunteer opportunities in your community or with your favorite nonprofits. 

  • Post a Volunteer Opportunity

    Does you organization need volunteers? Post them on our statewide system for free!

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Volunteer Iowa Awards Ceremony

An overview of the Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame Inductees and Excellence in Mentoring Awardees

Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame Inductees

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November 7, 2025

2026-2027 AmeriCorps State RFA Announcement

Announcement of Request for Applications for Iowa AmeriCorps State programs.

Volunteer Iowa Announces $7.7 Million in Funding for AmeriCorps National Service Programs in Iowa

Volunteer Iowa has awarded $7.69 million in grant funding and an additional $2.2 million in Segal AmeriCorps Education Awards for Iowa AmeriCorps State programs
June 26, 2025

2025 Give Back Iowa Challenge Winners Announced

Winners of the 2025 Give Back Iowa Challenge announced
June 24, 2025

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