In Memory of Violet Morales

Victor Morales has spent the last 17 years volunteering alongside his wife, Violet, in their North Minneapolis neighborhood. When she passed away this summer at age 90, Victor sent a much appreciated memorial donation to RSVP-- in memory of Violet and her love of volunteering. Victor and Violet worked together at VOA North Center’s food bank. “We went there every week unless she was sick,” said Victor. Generous with her time, Violet’s volunteer assignments throughout the years included being on a planning committee for North Center, as well as working as a tour escort, arts and crafts instructor, and receptionist. She also volunteered at North Commons Park and the Ascension Club. Meanwhile, Victor has lent his skills to the Boy Scouts and other local groups, and he continues to volunteer at North Center’s food bank. (We’re sure that Violet is watching with a smile).

Project Community Connect looking for volunteers, donors and sponsors!

PCC will assist families at risk of homelessness from Scott and Carver counties on November 23rd at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, MN.


Our RSVP program is involved with Project Community Connect (PCC). PCC is a one-day, “one stop-shop” event on November 23, 2010 to provide information and resources to homeless individuals and families from Scott and Carver counties. Services offered at the event include: housing information; employment services; legal assistance; obtaining documents such as Minnesota identification and birth certificates; basic medical care and dental services; haircuts; and education information. Additionally, resources from local governmental agencies, non-profit organizations and the community’s citizenry will address the issue of homelessness and poverty at the event. The PCC event will be held at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, MN on November 23, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A variety of volunteer positions are available now through the date of the event.

Contact mhorton@voamn.org for more information!