RSVP is continually recruiting volunteers to serve on its committees. Committee members plan, coordinate and evaluate RSVP programs and projects. Please consider putting your experience and knowledge to good use as an RSVP committee member.
 
Financial Oversight and Planning Committee
 
This committee's primary responsibility is ensuring stable funding for RSVP. Committee members assist with budgeting, reviewing financial statements and help with long range planning. Meetings are typically every other month. Contact Margie Zutter, at 608 663-7536.
 
Marketing Committee
 
Increasing visibility and keeping the community informed are vital responsibilities of the Marketing Committee. Recent projects have included the development of a new logo with tagline, the design of brochures and the collection of stories about RSVP volunteers to be used for publicity purposes. Contact Mick Maier, at 608 663-1319.
 
Corporate Relations Committee
 
This committee focuses on the development of good relationships with the local business community. It meets monthly. Contact Mick Maier, at 608 663-1319.
 
Development Committee
 
RSVP's overall fundraising activities are coordinated by this committee. Members plan an annual Sweepstakes and coordinate the Annual Campaign, including corporate sponsorship of the Volunteer Appreciation Event. Experience in nonprofit fundraising and community and corporate relations is particularly sought in committee members. Meets once monthly. Contact Mick Maier, at 608 663-1319.
 
Agency Assessment Committee
 
This committee conducts an assessment of an RSVP program each year. Members prepare survey instruments, conduct site visits, compile and review survey results, and prepare a summary report with recommendations to the RSVP Board. Meetings and other activities are scheduled as needed. Contact Margie Zutter, at 608 663-7536.
 
Personnel Committee
 
This committee reviews and revises policies related to personnel issues. It conducts the annual evaluation of the Executive Director. Members meet as needed. Contact Dave Tetzlaff, at 608 238-7901.
 
Nomination and Board Development Committee
 
The primary responsibility of this committee is to identify and recruit qualified individuals to serve on the RSVP Board of Directors and also on its committees. The Committee reviews and develops board policies related to board structure and governance. Meets monthly. Contact Dave Tetzlaff, at 608 238-7901.
 
Recognition Committee
 
Plans and implements the annual Volunteer Appreciation Event, which attracts approximately 350 RSVP volunteers for a luncheon with entertainment and presentation of awards such as the President's Lifetime Achievement Awards and RSVP's Length of Service Awards. The committee also oversees other recognition activites, such as volunteer birthday cards and acknowledgment during National Volunteer Week. Contact Jack Guzman, at 608 238-7933.
 
Triad Committee
 
This committee is composed of seniors, law enforcement personnel and representatives from community agencies. Members plan educational presentations on crime prevention and safety issues. Meetings are monthly or bi-monthly, depending upon communities. Contact Mary Stamstad, at 608 441-7897.
 
First Book
 
The First Book - Dane County Advisory Board raises funds and oversees First Book activities, providing free books to children from low income households. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Activities include fundraising and public relations events, grant writing, and conducting an annual book grant application process to award books. Contact Margie Zutter, at 608 663-7536.
 
Disaster Preparedness & In-Home Safety Committee
 
Supports RSVP's Disaster Preparedness & In-Home Safety projects. Members review and revise materials used in disaster preparedness presentations and safety assessments and make recommendations for improvement. Contact Margie Zutter, at 608 663-7536.