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Welcome to RSVP of Hampshire & Franklin Counties 

RSVP volunteer with studentsWe are a national community service program, sponsored by the Hampshire Council of Governments, that engages adults 55 and older in giving of their time and skills to meet our communities’ most pressing needs. Since 1973, RSVP of Hampshire & Franklin Counties has been matching people with experience and skills to offer with organizations that need their help.

In communities across Hampshire and Franklin Counties, from South Hadley to Northfield, from Charlemont to Ware, almost 700 people are volunteering through RSVP. With RSVP, you choose how and where you want to serve.  You choose the amount of time you want to give.  And you choose whether you want to draw on your skills or develop new ones.  In short, you find the opportunity that’s right for you.

RSVP offers a full range of volunteer opportunities with more than 60 area nonprofit and public agencies. Whatever you choose to do, you’ll be making a real difference.  Stronger families.  Cleaner environment.  Safer communities.  With RSVP, you’ll see tangible outcomes and learn first hand how your contributions can change your community.