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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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Volunteer Iowa Programs

  • AmeriCorps

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

  • Volunteer Recognition

    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.

  • Youth Service

    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.

  • Find a volunteer opportunity

    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

News

February 17, 2025

Now accepting nominations for the 2025 Governor's Volunteer Awards!

Nominations for the 2025 Governor's Volunteer Awards are now open

Now Accepting Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame Nominations

The Iowa Volunteer Hall of Fame is the highest state-level honor volunteers can receive.
November 20, 2024

Announcing Funding Opportunities for Nonprofits and Cities

Applications are now open for three “Training + Implementation Funding” programs to empower change through volunteer engagement.
October 11, 2024

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