The local nature of the event invites participation by ethnically diverse volunteers in a variety of communities - including reading events in languages other than English. Many organizations and communities also recognize the benefit of intergenerational relationships and activities. Read Around the World with RSVP is an easy way to begin for those looking to establish intergenerational programs but at a loss for how. Those currently working with youth can use Read Around the World with RSVP to introduce seniors to their agency, programs, and volunteer opportunities. Those organizations familiar with seniors can use this project to start working with the younger generation.
Satisfied participants are likely to be available for future volunteer projects.
Hallin tells of an environmental interest organization in India, effectively utilizing youth volunteers, whose major activity is river clean up. For May 23, this organization is planning to ask seniors to join the younger volunteers in reading books about the environment and preservation to children. The organization is hoping to leverage the interest generated by the day's project to get older people involved in their river clean-up efforts. This approach can be utilized as an introduction to almost any volunteer effort. Currently, projects from 22 states have been registered with Hallin's office.