Welcome Boston Area Returned Peace Corps Volunteers!

We are a diverse, welcoming group of Returned Peace Corps Volunteers, dedicated to supporting and connecting greater Boston’s RPCV community.  Our group offers social and sporting events, career advancement tools, community service activities, and more. We plan and execute events that allow Boston Area RPCVs to build connections and to engage with their local community. All are welcome!

More information about BARPCV can be found on this website, in our regular member email newsletter, and on our Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Renew Your 2025 Membership Now!! 

Your membership matters! By renewing today, you support the returned Peace Corps community in so many ways. You back the newsletter, social media, community grants, photo contest, Boston Marathon, Summer Softball and many other community activities such as  food pantries and TGIF evenings.

Plus…fun! You get access to all BARPCV social and service events with no or minimal fees.

Please take 5 minutes to renew, using this link. Remember, we offer  a no-fee membership if money is tight. And active and recently returned volunteer memberships are always free.

Participate in an Activity!

Take a look at upcoming events below and on our Events page. There’s something for everyone. We run regular sporting events, career support, a monthly Friday night TGIF, community service events/grants, a Photo Contest, and more!

Become a Board Member!

We’re always looking for RPCV’s willing to help guide us to a better future. We can usually match an assignment to your preferences and skills. Learn more about the Board here, then contact us to begin a discussion.


Calendar of Events

Connect with the Peace Corps community at these upcoming events!

BARPCV Brunch

December 14, 2025 11:30 am - December 14, 2025 1:30 pm

Womens/ LGBTQIA+ Brunch Buffet at Restaurant Cesaria Sun Dec 14 2025 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM (more…)

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Book Club Dec 2025

December 18, 2025 7:00 pm - December 18, 2025 9:00 pm

Join fellow RPCVs and friends to discuss books that provoke thought, pathos, laughter and good conversation. The group’s eclectic readings cover a wide spectrum of fiction and non-fiction works, local...

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Book Club Jan 2026

January 15, 2026 7:00 pm - January 15, 2026 9:00 pm

Join fellow RPCVs and friends to discuss books that provoke thought, pathos, laughter and good conversation. The group’s eclectic readings cover a wide spectrum of fiction and non-fiction works, local...

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Boston Marathon 2026 Registration Is Open

February 6, 2026 12:00 am - February 6, 2026 12:00 am

Register for the Boston Marathon Service Event. Registration closes on Friday, February 6th (Don't Test Fate). The Marathon Water Station will be at Mile 23 near Coolidge Corner in Brookline...

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Book Club Feb 2026

February 19, 2026 7:00 pm - February 19, 2026 9:00 pm

Join fellow RPCVs and friends to discuss books that provoke thought, pathos, laughter and good conversation. The group’s eclectic readings cover a wide spectrum of fiction and non-fiction works, local...

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