North Iowa Vocational Center, dba NIVC Services, Inc.
Our Mission
Our talented teams of people at NIVC Services Inc. empower individuals with disabilities to achieve competitive employment through a strong commitment to business and training opportunities.
Values
NIVC (E-M-P-O-W-E-R-S)
- Encourage
- Motivate
- Prepare
- Opportunity
- Work
- Equality
- Respect
- Self-sufficiency
Accreditations & Memberships
NIVC Services, Inc. demonstrates its commitment to quality management and services through CARF Accreditation in:
- Employment Services Coordination
- Employment Transition Services
- Employee Development Services
- Community Employment Services
- Community Integration Services
NIVC Services, Inc. is a partner agency in the United Way of North Central Iowa.NIVC Services, Inc. is a member of the Mason City Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Our Leadership
Executive Director: Sherry O. Becker
Welcome to the NIVC Services website! As a job seeker, family member, employer, business owner, friend or community member we are glad you have chosen to learn more about us. We are grateful for your interest and hope this is just the beginning of a wonderful relationship.
At NIVC we believe it’s important for all Iowans to contribute to their self-support to the greatest extent possible. And it’s not just about the paycheck. Work gives life meaning, from having a purpose for getting up each morning, to the sense of accomplishment and friendships that support us in good times and bad. It goes beyond the individual. A community benefits financially and socially when all its citizens are sharing their talents and skills.
NIVC Services’ slogan is helping people work, but we can’t make it happen without your support. Please take a moment to consider how you can help our community embrace diversity and be the best it can be! We’re looking forward to hearing from you.
America and Iowa work best when everybody works!
Board of Directors
- Rolf Aronsen
- Casey Callanan
- Merlin Bartz
- Cory Eberling
- Diane Fischels
- Sis Greiman
- Craig Miller
- Shannon Paulus
- Shelly Schmit
- Tim Schupick
- Roy Schwickerath
- Mike Stensrud
- Ed Wineinger
- Bruce Wuttke
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How Can I Help?
There are four ways you can donate and help our cause:
1. Contribute
Donations of cash or financial assets are tax-deductible to the maximum extent allowed by law. Give now online or mail your donation to 1225 S Harrison Avenue, Mason City, IA 50401. Use this form to name your gift in honor or memory of family and friends.
Donate through our annual Dancing for the Dream event each March.
Donate gently used household goods and clothing and better boutique clothing to Affordables, located at 315 N. Delaware Ave.
Donate furnishings and fitness equipment to Affordables on 1st at 219 1st SW.
Include NIVC Services, Inc. in your charitable estate planning or through Cerro Gordo County Community Foundation. Contact Sherry Becker at 641-423-3301 for more information.
2. Hire
Hire a person with a disability. The average cost of accommodations if needed is $50 or less.
Support career development and training by offering tours, job shadowing or internships.
3. Outsource
Contract with NIVC Services for assembly, light manufacturing, recycling, and pallets.
4. Shop
Shop at the Affordables stores. Find new and used kitchenware, clothing, and furniture. All proceeds stay in north Iowa and help north Iowans.
Stop in at Java Works in the Commons of Mason City Library. Enjoy coffees, espresso drinks, baked goods and sandwiches.