Operation: Veteran Connect provides support for veterans and military families. Our “Veterans Serving Veterans” model creates meaningful impact for Tampa Bay.
Live Your Legacy. Be a Hero. Volunteer.
Our mission is to provide solutions to community challenges by engaging volunteers age 55+.
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, and Pasco counties and help more than 8,000 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.
Gear Up and get involved! Explore volunteer opportunity ideas here, or check out current volunteer events below! Click on a date to see scheduled events.
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Seniors in Service Board Plans for Strategic Growth
"What is your Why?" That is the question we posed to the Seniors in Service Board of Directors to kick off the annual Board Retreat on January 25. Everyone's response to why they serve on our Board was a little different, but there was a common thread. Harnessing the...
Geared Up News- August 2024
Highlights: Come Celebrate With Us! 40th Anniversary Bridging Generations Dinner CEO Corner & Community Partner SAGES Recognized on the Kelly Clasrkson Show! From Classroom Hero to Homebound & Our Team is Pursuing Even Bigger Goals! Support Veterans:...
Hurricane Recovery Resources
We're still with YOU, Tampa Bay. Together, we're recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Helene & Hurricane Milton. If you or your loved ones have been impacted by Hurricane Helene or Hurricane Milton, we are here to help. Below are key resources to support your...
Geared Up News- August 2024
Highlights: Come Celebrate With Us! 40th Anniversary Bridging Generations Dinner CEO Corner & Community Partner SAGES Recognized on the Kelly Clasrkson Show! From Classroom Hero to Homebound & Our Team is Pursuing Even Bigger Goals! Support Veterans:...
This is Your Moment: Become a Classroom Grandparent and Inspire Young Minds!
This is your moment to shine! Children in Pinellas and Hillsborough County Schools are struggling more than ever. You can be the Classroom Grandparent who makes a difference, just like Grandma Angel. Check out her story below and then email FGP@seniorsinservice.org to...