"RSVP/VIC Volunteer Round-Up"

The Retired Senior Volunteer Program and the Volunteer Intergenerational Center held their 2010 Annual Recognition on Tuesday, April 20 at 4:30 p.m. at the Bavarian Halle in Fruitland. This year's theme was a "Volunteer Round-Up" and most of those attending dressed in western attire. There were prizes awarded to the 3 best dressed winners. Kathy Sweeney, KFVS, was guest speaker for the event and remarked what wonderful and meaningful work volunteers give to our communities.

RSVP and VIC were honoring 1,046 Enrolled Volunteers, 44 Volunteer Groups, and 128 agencies who utilize volunteers provided by these two programs. Last year, RSVP/VIC volunteers generated 71,968.5 hours of volunteer service.

I want to personally thank the following for participating in this year's event either by giving a donation, a helping hand, or in some way making this Volunteer Round-Up a great time for all. Also, a big THANK YOU to Southeast Missouri Area Agency on Aging for being a wonderful employer and supporter for all these years.

RSVP/VIC Advisory Council

Kathy Sweeney

Chris Scherer

Elizabeth, Julie and Kennedy Rush

Joyce Burley

Gamma Sigma Sigma

Our Judges - Rhonda Bramlett, Lana Johnson, and Glenda Hoffmeister

Cliff and Jen Barlow

Wayne Nations

Raetta Kimbel

Tom Garrett

Drury Southwest, Inc.

Girl Scout Council of the Heartland

Boys Scouts of the Greater St. Louis Council

SEMO State University Book Store

United Way of Southeast Missouri

Alzheimer's Association

O'Charley's Restaurant

Chaffee Nursing Center

Community Caring Council

Bank of Missouri

Food Giant

Jackson Senior Center

Albert Malick

Jenn Lipe