March 9, 2025 | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley

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Are you currently serving on or considering joining a nonprofit board and want to become a more informed participant? Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley is offering LEAD Now; a 5-part leadership training program that provides relevant guidance on nonprofit board service. Each of the sessions are a stand-alone session. This program is virtual, and each class time is 4-5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, March11 to April 1. Register at www.volunteerlv.org/LEAD-Now. For questions contact Karen Smith, 610-807- 0336, karen@volunteerlv.org.

Center for Career Pathways and Literacy at Lehigh Carbon Community College Donley Center, Allentown, is looking for volunteers interested in tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) and GED preparation to adult students. No experience is required but training and clearances are. Days of the week and times are flexible. Contact Shiloh Sidor, 610-799-1657, volunteertutor@lccc.edu. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00001pA6w7

Whether you’re a professional, a student, or just passionate about helping others, your time and talent can help us ensure children of all ages with Down syndrome thrive in every aspect of their lives. Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center, Bethlehem, is seeking volunteers in the health and wellness field to help create impactful programs in areas of physical & occupational therapy, nutrition, fitness & adaptive sports, and more. Contact Kerri, 484-224-5288, theepdsc@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002VN7Xc

Empowerment Pathways invites knitters and crocheters of all ages and skill levels to join us in creating handmade projects to support our programming through fundraisers. We welcome a variety of items, including hats, scarves, and mittens; baby blankets and booties; home decor items such as dishcloths or coasters; fun and unique items—let your imagination run wild! learn more about how you can get involved. Contact 773-676-9377, drcarreira@newempowermentpathways.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002VKxQs

Want to learn about volunteering at Flint Hill Farm Educational Center in Coopersburg? Volunteer Meet & Greet begins at 11:30 a.m. on March 15. Tour the farm and friendly volunteer leaders will be on hand to share how you can make a difference and learn all about sustainable farming practices that keep our environment happy and healthy. Contact Samantha, 570-406-6510, flinthillfarmsevents@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002oHygP

Dependable and friendly people are needed to help distribute food to local families and individuals at Grace Community Foundation food bank in Allentown from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the 3rd & 4th Saturdays each month. Minimum age 15 or 12 with adult supervision. Contact Patty, 484-788-4903, pmcnamara.gracefoodbank@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002Q0Aai

Looking for an enthusiastic, energetic, and reliable individual to assist with the Growing Partners Program during the 2025 season. The program at Second Harvest Food Bank installs gardens at food pantries in the SHFB network, provides the necessary seeds and transplants to fill these gardens and technical assistance with gardening as needed. The program also interacts with neighbors that use the food pantries to provide gardening and nutrition education, and more. Contact Amour, 484-287- 4015, ainman@caclv.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002Y2pl3

Community and workplace leaders are invited to plan and host donation drives at their location to collect health and hygiene items for YWCA Allentown’s Perfect Fit program and its affiliated Personal Care Pantry. YWCA Allentown will provide a “Wish List” of high-demand items and/or provide the Amazon registry info. Help to ensure that women can access important health and hygiene products for themselves and their families, and look and feel their best for interviews, work, and school. Contact Sarah, 610-871-5060, sbarrett@ywcaallentown.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002kNNtg

Visit our website www.volunteerlv.org for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities or contact us at 610-807-0336, vc@volunteerlv.org for more information.