The Retired and Senior Volunteering Programme (RSVP) in Forth Valley provides volunteering opportunities primarily for the 50+ age group. Forth Valley covers Stirling, Falkirk and Clackmannanshire Council areas. Groups are run by volunteer organisers with support from a Membership secretary. The organisers’ group meets quarterly with the Delivery Leader at Volunteering Matters.
In general projects undertaken by RSVP groups are self-funded through local fundraising and grants. RSVP Forth Valley relies on local grant funding groups such as the Rotary, and occasional donations.
Volunteering Matters provides insurance for RSVP groups and operational support including support towards the creation of new projects. There is some in-kind support from the NHS and local Councils for hospital and school volunteers. All Walk leaders are trained by Paths for All.
