Lindsey Ford began serving as Program Director of Henry County RSVP in November 2021. For nearly five years, she managed the program’s day-to-day operations while coordinating volunteers, developing community partnerships, administering the grant, overseeing reporting and compliance, and helping connect older adults with meaningful opportunities to serve. In June 2026, the program expanded from Henry County into Des Moines and Louisa counties and became Southeast Iowa RSVP. Lindsey led the transition and expansion, including developing the infrastructure and partnerships needed to serve the three-county area and grow the program from a one-person operation into a three-person team.

As Program Director, Lindsey provides overall leadership for Southeast Iowa RSVP, including grant administration and reporting, staff supervision, program development, community partnerships, fiscal oversight, and the continued expansion of RSVP services throughout Henry, Des Moines, and Louisa counties. She especially enjoys finding ways to connect people’s gifts, experiences, and passions with opportunities to make a difference in their communities. Lindsey holds a degree in Organizational Studies and a Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership and Philanthropy from the University of Iowa and is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry with a concentration in Social Justice and Advocacy at Saint Paul School of Theology in Kansas City. She is also a United Methodist licensed local pastor. Outside of work and school, Lindsey enjoys spending time with family and friends, singing karaoke, exploring her creative side, and finding any excuse for good conversation and laughter.

Lindsey can be reached at 319-201-6334 or director@seiarsvp.org.

Ivy Tranter joined Southeast Iowa RSVP in September 2026 as Assistant Director. She brings a strong background in nonprofit management, public administration, grant-funded programming, community engagement, and partnership development. Ivy holds a Master of Public Administration from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and is a Certified Nonprofit Professional. Her experience includes nonprofit leadership, youth and family services, program development, volunteer management, grant compliance, and building partnerships with schools, businesses, and community organizations.

As Assistant Director, Ivy helps oversee program operations and grant implementation, supports staff and volunteers, develops community partnerships, assists with reporting and program development, and helps expand RSVP services throughout Henry, Des Moines, and Louisa counties. She also works closely with the Program Director to strengthen systems and ensure volunteers have meaningful opportunities to serve their communities.

Outside of work, Ivy enjoys volunteering, getting lost in a good book, and spending quality time with her children. She is excited to build relationships throughout Southeast Iowa and help RSVP continue growing its impact.

Ivy can be reached at 319-217-3862 or assistantdirector@seiarsvp.org.

Program Coordinator (Part-Time)

Join our team and help make a difference in Southeast Iowa! The Fellowship Cup is seeking a dedicated, community-minded Program Coordinator to support the Southeast Iowa RSVP program. In this vital front-line role, you will help recruit, connect, and support volunteers aged 55+ with meaningful service opportunities across Henry, Des Moines, and Louisa counties. If you are highly organized, tech-savvy, and love working with people, we want to hear from how you can help strengthen our community.