Mobilizing for Impact:

Volunteers Build Stronger Communities

Our Mission

“Inspiring volunteers and efficiently connecting them with the needs of our community”

A full service volunteer organization, the Flint Hills Volunteer Center helps recruit and retain volunteers for local charitable organizations in need. Rapid community growth means more volunteers are needed to meet the demand. FHVC is rising to the challenge by creating initiatives to generate community awareness and resources for the nonprofits they support.

With an ever-expanding network of volunteers which currently includes over 700 committed individuals that serve over 50 nonprofits in over 100 different volunteer positions, FHVC is the bedrock for area community service.

“It’s just finding people passionate about helping others,” Lori Bishop, Executive Director of FHVC, said. “To me, that’s what builds a community.”

Since its conception in the mid-1970s as the Riley County RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) and later as the Flint Hills RSVP this organization has been working tirelessly for 50+ years to increase rates of volunteerism in the community and boost overall quality of life. Rebranding to the Flint Hills Volunteer Center in 2014, they now offer volunteer opportunities for all ages – from middle school to retirement.

“The true essence of happiness lies in selflessly serving others,” Aillene Aquino, Volunteer Coordinator said. “By giving back, you have not only brought joy and support to others but have also enriched your life with valuable experiences and personal growth. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things and create a better future for everyone.”

Join our robust volunteer network today and become an integral part of shaping the future of our community.

Client Testimonials

Core Programs Include:

  • AmeriCorps Seniors (formerly RSVP) is one of the largest volunteer networks in the nation for people 55 and over. Volunteers use the skills and talents they’ve learned over the years or they develop new ones while serving in a variety of volunteer activities within our community.
  • Connecting Students to Communities provides volunteer opportunities for students as a conduit to teach workplace readiness skills, enhance academic performance, inspire a lifetime commitment to service, and address the needs of recipient nonprofit organizations. Recruitment targets middle school, high school, and college students.
  • Suicide Awareness (P.A.C.T.) utilizes trained volunteers to educate the community on risk factors for suicide, along with the interventions available for help.
  • Medical Transportation volunteers provide independence and freedom to local seniors by helping them get to medical appointments in Manhattan.
  • Neighbor 2 Neighbor is a volunteer program in the city of Manhattan that helps elderly residents remain in their home. This program connects volunteers, volunteer groups, and organizations with Manhattan residents who need assistance. Volunteers help with snow removal and basic yard work.

Staff Members

Lori Bishop

Executive Director

loribishop.rsvp@gmail.com

Karen Paulus

Program Services Coordinator

fhvcmhk@gmail.com

Abby Muth

Volunteer Coordinator

fhvc.csc@gmail.com

Mason Bake

Program Manager
RSVP-KC

rsvp.kcmo@gmail.com

Aillene Aquino

Volunteer Coordinator
RSVP-KC

rsvp.kc2@gmail.com

Board of Directors

Ronnie Grice

Ronnie Grice

President

K-State Police Department

Lindy Lindquist

Lindy Lindquist

Vice President

K-State Research & Extension; Retired

Jennifer Wilson

Jennifer Wilson

Secretary

K-State Research & Extension

Angela Fobes

Angela Fobes

Treasurer

Meritrust Credit Union

Sue Simons

Sue Simmons

Immediate Past President

Retired Federal Civilian (Army)

Heather Cunningham

Heather Cunningham

Next Chapter Support

Julie Gibbs

Julie Gibbs

Jacob Kujath

Jacob Kujath

James Gordon & Associates CPA, P.A.

Lucy Straily

Lucy Straily

Your Medicare Simplified

Missy Tener

Missy Tener

AMICUS Wealth Partners

Kelly Thomason

Kelly Thomason

Homefront Real Estate Group

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