minnesota returned peace corps volunteers

What minnesota returned peace corps volunteers does

Minnesota Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (MNRPCV) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization incorporated on December 18, 1980 and headquartered at P.O. Box 6413, Minneapolis, MN. It supports Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (RPCVs) residing in Minnesota through a portfolio of community programs including social events (monthly happy hours, metro dinners, an annual holiday party, and an annual Ski Weekend near Park Rapids that draws 30-40 participants), a bi-monthly Toastmasters club, a mentorship program pairing new RPCVs with experienced alumni, and an annual grants program that awards up to $1,000 per project to currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers from Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The organization is entirely volunteer-run with an annually elected Board of 10-20 members and no paid staff.

MNRPCV funds its operations through three revenue streams: $15 annual membership dues (with the first year free for newly returned PCVs), tax-deductible donations directed to the grants program, and merchandise sales including International Peace Corps Calendars ($16), canvas tote bags ($15), notecards ($8), and perpetual calendars ($10.95). Its underlying technology consists of a NationBuilder-backed online platform used for membership management, event registration, email newsletter distribution, and donations, alongside a static informational website at mnrpcv.org.

The organization's go-to-market is community-led, reaching members through in-person events, Facebook/LinkedIn/Instagram, an email newsletter, and referral partnerships with the National Peace Corps Association (of which MNRPCV is an official Affiliate Group) and the Peace Corps Recruiting Office. It also maintains partnerships with the University of St. Thomas School of Law (Dean's Service Scholarship), St. Catherine University, and the University of Minnesota Humphrey Institute (Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program) for graduate education pathways for RPCVs.

Name

minnesota returned peace corps volunteers

Legal name

Minnesota Returned Peace Corps Volunteers

Website

https://mnrpcv.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Minnesota Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, volunteer-run organization supporting Returned Peace Corps Volunteers in Minnesota since 1980 through social events, mentorship, advocacy, and an annual grants program for currently serving PCVs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Alumni Association

NAICS

Civic and Social Organizations (8134), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDALAHAG

Volunteerism, Service-Learning & Community Service

Education/Student Services & Campus Operations/Student Activities, Clubs & Campus Life

SECONDARYEDAIAGAO

Volunteer Program Funding, Scholarships & Fundraising Support

Education/International Education & Study Abroad/International Service Learning, Volunteering & Gap Year Programs

Keywords

• Peace corps alumni
• Nonprofit member services
• Community grants program
• Alumni advocacy network
• Social event programming

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues of $15 per year, with free first-year membership for newly returned PCVs. Dues support general operations and the annual grant program.
2. Calendar and Merchandise Sales: Sale of International Peace Corps Calendars ($16 each, with discounts for bulk purchases of 3+), canvas tote bags ($15), perpetual calendars ($10.95), and notecards. Proceeds support MNRPCV grants and services.
3. Donations: Tax-deductible donations from members and supporters, with proceeds directed to the grants program supporting currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Minnesota Returned Peace Corps Volunteers (MNRPCV) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting returned Peace Corps volunteers in Minnesota through social events, community service projects, an annual grants program, advocacy for the Peace Corps, and the sale of fundraising merchandise. The organization also runs professional development programs such as Toastmasters, mentorship, and a directory of graduate programs.

Product overview

MNRPCV is a community organization (501(c)(3) nonprofit) for returned Peace Corps Volunteers, not a technology company. It offers membership services, grant programs, social and community service events, advocacy, mentorship, and Toastmasters meetings. The organization conducts fundraising through merchandise sales including International Peace Corps Calendars, canvas tote bags, notecards, and perpetual calendars. MNRPCV also partners with universities on graduate programs for RPCVs. No technology product is offered; the website serves as an informational portal.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• MNRPCV Annual Membership Annual membership that gives Returned Peace Corps Volunteers and supporters access to MNRPCV events, programs, and community; first-year membership is free and annual dues apply thereafter.
• MNRPCV Annual Grants Program Annual grant program that funds community-led projects aligned with the Peace Corps mission, financed through MNRPCV membership dues, donations, and fundraising merchandise proceeds.
• International Peace Corps Calendar Annual fundraising calendar tied to the Peace Corps mission; sold to individuals and in bulk (10+ copies at a discounted price) to support the grants program.
• Peace Corps Notecards Notecards sold as fundraising merchandise to support MNRPCV's grants program.
• Perpetual Calendar Perpetual-format calendar sold as fundraising merchandise to support MNRPCV's grants program.
• Canvas Tote Bags Canvas tote bags sold as fundraising merchandise to support MNRPCV's grants program.
• MNRPCV Social Events Program Recurring calendar of social gatherings that allow members to connect with the broader Returned Peace Corps community in Minnesota.
• MNRPCV Ski Weekend Annual ski-themed social event for members and friends of the Minnesota Returned Peace Corps Volunteers community.
• MNRPCV Toastmasters Club Toastmasters club hosted by MNRPCV that provides professional development in public speaking and leadership to members.
• MNRPCV Mentorship Program Mentorship program that pairs members of the MNRPCV community for professional and personal development support.
• Peace Corps Advocacy Program Advocacy program that supports the Peace Corps mission through outreach to policymakers and stakeholders.
• Peace Corps Graduate Programs Directory Online directory of graduate programs relevant to Peace Corps alumni, surfaced as a resource for members.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supported over 40 years of RPCV community building in Minnesota
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• University of St. Thomas School of LawminorOthers · 1 January 2011Dean's Service Scholarship Program guarantees $3,000 renewable scholarship for admitted applicants who completed Peace Corps service. RPCVs can apply with no application fee through LSAC.
• National Peace Corps Association (NPCA)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerMNRPCV is an official Affiliate Group of the National Peace Corps Association. The partnership enables local RPCV organizing and advocacy coordination at the national level, with shared advocacy goals for Peace Corps funding and mission support.
• RPCVnexusminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to bridge the gap between Peace Corps service and professional fulfillment. MNRPCV members contribute career insights through surveys to help build resources for future volunteers' career development.
• Jeremiah ProgramminorOthersCommunity service partner - MNRPCV volunteers cook for kids and moms at Jeremiah Program, a residential program for single mothers and their children.
• Second Harvest HeartlandminorOthersCommunity service partner - food bank volunteer opportunities for MNRPCV members.
• BridgingminorOthersCommunity service partner - furniture and household goods donation organization providing volunteer opportunities.
• Mano A ManominorOthersCommunity service partner - international aid organization providing volunteer opportunities for MNRPCV members.
• Habitat for HumanityminorOthersCommunity service partner - housing construction volunteer opportunities.
• Minnesota Literacy CouncilminorOthersCommunity service partner - literacy education volunteer opportunities.
• Peace Corps Recruiting OfficecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Peace Corps Recruiting Office facilitates referrals of RPCVs and prospective volunteers to MNRPCV, helping to grow the local RPCV community and support network.
• US Government (USAJobs)minorOthersRPCVs receive priority/non-competitive employment opportunities with US Government. MNRPCV provides information and referrals to US Government jobs including Social Security Administration positions.
• St. Catherine UniversityminorOthersParticipating campus for Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program offering returned Volunteers scholarships, reduced tuition, stipends, and internships combined with graduate study.
• Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs, University of MinnesotaminorOthersParticipating campus for Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program offering returned Volunteers scholarships, reduced tuition, stipends, and internships combined with graduate study.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Market position

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/MNRPCV
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/minnesota-returned-peace-corps-volunteers
• Instagraminstagram.com/mnrpcvgroup

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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