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CRVIS

Cornell Retirees Volunteering In Service

Sponsored by Cornell Retiree Association
and Cornell University

What is CRVIS?

Cornell Retirees Volunteering In Service (CRVIS) is an organization of Cornell retirees dedicated to using the talents and energies of its members to enhance our community.

How did CRVIS begin?

A small group of your fellow retirees has been meeting with representatives from the NRVC (National Retiree Volunteer Coalition) and University Human Resource Services since October 1995. The special approach of NRVC, as demonstrated in successful programs throughout the country, is to work in partnership with community agencies, businesses, educators, and government entities to identify needs and plan for volunteer involvement. It is not a placement service; it is a cooperative effort in which all parties assume responsibility for a specific project and carry it through collaboratively.

How did CRVIS
determine its goals?

The leaders of organizations and agencies in our community who met with our group expressed very real needs. They are short-staffed or under-funded, and wish to do more with less. Some of their needs were beyond the reach of any volunteer group. Over time our focus began to narrow to the needs of youth. We asked how best the school system and students' lives could be enhanced. The age range of the youth targeted is from 5 through 12 -- largely the elementary school years. Now, in partnership with a local elementary school, we have met with teachers and administrators and have established a program in that school for the 1996-1997 school year.

How can I help?

Our pilot project needs the minds, hearts, and hands of our retirees. Do we know exactly where each person will fit in best? No, we do not. But we have the commitment and enthusiasm to enlist your help and to promise you that your abilities and available time will be used to enrich children's lives. To join in this wonderful project please contact the CRIVS Office. Or, call a member of the steering committee for more information (see below).

Officers:
Chairman Bill Paleen
Vice Chairs Fred Antil
Jean Szabadi
Secretary Esserlene Gatewood
Treasurer Frank Miller

CRVIS Office 255-7565

CRVIS Steering Committee
Fred Antil* 257-7164
Mary Lou Brewer 539-7860
Esserlene Gatewood* 533-4495
Gloria Howell 272-8683
Frank Miller* 257-0253
Jean Morehouse 257-0175
Helen Pai 257-4642
Bill Paleen* 257-6038
Rose Sanford 272-9380
Arlene Smith* 387-6767
Carlton Smith 387-6767
Jean Szabadi* 257-5017
Robert Wehe 266-8040
Chuck Wharton 257-7577

*=CRVIS Officer

Ex officio:
Helene Rosenblatt 254-5360
Mary Opperman 255-3621
Dennis Stein 255-8206
Janet Beebe 255-7565


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