About Mahaska County Time Bank

The Mahaska County Time Bank is a community-based exchange system where members offer and request services based on their skills and interests, fostering a culture of reciprocity and mutual support. By participating, members contribute to a vibrant network that strengthens community bonds and promotes collective well-being.

Mission Statement Our mission is to build a connected and supportive community in Mahaska County by facilitating the exchange of services and skills among members, enhancing the quality of life for all.

How It Works • Offer Services: Members list services they can provide, ranging from gardening assistance to tutoring, based on their expertise and passions. • Request Services: Members can request services they need, tapping into the diverse skills available within the community. • Time Credits: Each hour of service exchanged earns a time credit, which can be redeemed for services offered by other members, ensuring a fair and balanced system.

Purpose and Usage The Time Bank aims to leverage the talents and resources within Mahaska County to create a self-sustaining support network. It provides an alternative economy where time and skills are the currency, making services accessible to all, regardless of financial means. Members can use the platform to find assistance, offer help, and engage in community-building activities.

Endgame for the User For members, the Time Bank offers: • Access to a Wide Range of Services: From childcare to home repairs, members can find assistance tailored to their needs. • Opportunities to Give Back: By offering services, members contribute to the community's well-being and foster a sense of purpose.​ • A Strengthened Community: Engaging with the Time Bank leads to a more connected and supportive environment, enhancing social ties and collective resilience.

Join the Mahaska County Time Bank today to be part of a community that values cooperation, mutual aid, and the sharing of skills and services for the common good.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Sign Up

1. Follow this link. Click "Join!"
2. Click "Begin"
3. Choose if you are an individual, organization, or business. Organizations would be non-profits, churches, or informal groups. Businesses would be anyone that sells services or wares. Click "Next"
4. Add your birthday. Click "Next"
5. Add your personal information. Only your name and e-mail address are required, but if you don't put the town you live in we may reach out to you to confirm you are from the area. Click "Next"
6. Choose a password. Click "Next"
7. Verify that you're not a robot. Click "Submit"

We regularly check for new applications. If you think we have missed yours, send a message to the facebook page, call, or e-mail.

Facebook 641-632-2750 mahaskacountytimebank@gmail.com

How to Post an Offer or Request

1. From the home screen, you can either click the plus next to the "Offers" title or click the menu and select "Create Add."
2. Since we’re posting an offer, select "I’m offering a service." If you click the plus next to the "Offers" title, this step is skipped because the system automatically recognizes you’re creating an offer.
3. Click "Next."
4. Choose the main category that best fits your offer. For example, in this case, we’ll choose "Well-being."
5. Then, choose a subcategory that describes your offer, or select "Miscellaneous" if nothing fits well.
6. Set a date for the offer to expire. After this date, your offer will no longer be visible to other members. You can either type the date directly or use the calendar to select it.

How to Make a Request:

1. Click the plus next to the "Requests" title on the home screen or click the menu and select "Create Add."
2. Choose "I’m requesting a service." If you clicked the plus from the home screen, this step is skipped because the system already knows you're requesting a service.
3. Click "Next."
4. Choose the main category for your request. For example, in this case, select "Garden."
5. Then, choose a subcategory that best fits your request.