Care for our Animal Friends, Big and Small at Gress Mountain Ranch in Orefield. Animal Care Volunteers are responsible for cleaning pens, cages, stalls and pastures; feeding, exercising and providing for the general care of the animals. Volunteers may also provide assistance with grounds maintenance ensuring the ranch facilities are safe and presentable for animals, guests and clients. Minimum age 14, or 10 with parent supervision. Contact Kathryn Gress at 610-398-2122, gressranch@gmail.com. Website link: https://www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000UtRuR
Become a Care Community volunteer to help meet the physical, financial, spiritual, and emotional needs of a family. Make a significant difference with The Salvation Army Foster Care & Adoption Services by being part of a much-needed support system through meals, supplementing groceries, reaching out during birthdays/holidays and much more. Commitments are from 6 to 24 months. Contact Flo, 610-821-7706, florence.rhue@use.salvationarmy.org. Website link: https://www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00003eV3yu
Make a difference and gain valuable experience as a service provider intern at Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering. Students studying various majors in the social sciences or health sciences are welcome. Students must be at least 18 years old and enrolled in an accredited program and in their junior or senior year. Students will be challenged with service coordination of Shelter Service Providers, facilitating linkages with service providers, and data tracking of guest information. Contact Maria Shior, 484-602-5505, mshior@bes-inc.org. Website link: https://www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI000047L21P
Seeking energetic, dynamic volunteers to perform as TeleBear for PBS39 & 91.3 WLVR at community events and in-school appearances. Appearances may take place on weekdays, weekends or occasional evenings. Mascot actors must be at least 5’3″ tall and comfortable in the bear costume for 20-30 minutes at a time. Free background clearances required. Call 610-984-8102, or email volunteer@wlvt.org. Website link: https://www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00002OfPri
Help feed communities affected by disaster with the Red Cross. Ensure food safety and proper food service in a variety of work locations while supervising workers throughout the cycle of the disaster. The time commitment and location varies by the regional response of the disaster. Contact Ann Borysowski, 215-384-7191, ann.borysowski@redcross.org. Website link: https://www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00004klCag
Greet patrons during events at beautiful, historic Miller Symphony Hall in Allentown. Volunteers can scan tickets, greet patrons upon arrival, and assist with seating with the Allentown Symphony Association. Opportunities to help with light-set-up, pre-show operations, and clean up for the Jazz Upstairs series as well. Contact Carter Reichard, 610-432-7961, creichard@allentownsymphony.org. Website link: https://www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000UtzQ1
Sights for Hope is in search of compassionate and energetic individuals to assist visually impaired clients during center-based and community-based programs. Our clients participate in life skills education, Support Groups, and social rec activities 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. weekdays. Minimum age 21. Courtesy and sighted guide training is required for all volunteers. Contact Rita Lang at 610-433-6018 ext. 225 or email rita@sightsforhope.org. Website link: www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000UtORR
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.
