Operation: Veteran Connect provides support for veterans and military families. Our “Veterans Serving Veterans” model creates meaningful impact for Tampa Bay.
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Founded in 1984, we connect volunteers, age 55 and over, to meet the needs and challenges of at-risk seniors, veterans and children in our community. We serve Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco and Polk counties and help more than 2,500 individuals annually, making a difference and changing lives through community service. Learn More.
Live your legacy now. Be a valued helper to a homebound senior, a cherished mentor to a struggling child or an appreciated companion to an at-risk veteran. We help you create meaningful volunteer opportunities. You have unique skills, abilities and interests, and we strategically match you up to where you can most benefit and benefit your community. Gear up. Be a hero.
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You’re Invited to Our Annual Volunteer Recognition ZOOM Event!
Don't be late for this very important date! On December 11th from 12:00 - 1:30, Seniors in Service will host an ONLINE, REMOTE Volunteer Appreciation Event through Zoom, sponsored by TECO Energy. Join our Mad Hatter themed event to celebrate our volunteers with games,...
Geared Up News – Sept 2020
Highlights: Foster Grandparents GEARED UP to go virtual!RSVP continues to address community issues, like food insecurity. Senior Companion volunteers prepare to visit their clients once more.Dining Out At Home served over 87,100 meals.TelePals continue to connect and...
Senior Companions: Helping Homebound Elders Live Independently
Senior Companion Volunteers help isolated homebound elders or veterans live independently, with dignity, in their own homes. For the past 5 months, while social distancing remained mandatory, Senior Companion Volunteers have continued to serve their clients as...
Making a Difference, One Jar at a Time
Volunteers have the power to make a real impact in their communities. Sometimes, the smallest gesture can cause the grandest effect. Sun City residents Don and Connie Smith know this and believe in helping wherever they can and however they can. While on a trip to...
Readers in Motion Get GEARED UP for the School Year!
Readers in Motion has been eagerly preparing for the official start of program services! Our mission is to help children build literacy by engaging volunteers who tutor and mentor students and by encouraging parent/caregiver involvement. As our volunteers get Geared...
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