{"id":106850,"date":"2021-05-29T20:48:07","date_gmt":"2021-05-30T00:48:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=106850"},"modified":"2021-05-28T20:49:45","modified_gmt":"2021-05-29T00:49:45","slug":"august-11-2019-youth-adult-volunteer-opportunities-from-the-volunteer-center-of-the-lehigh-valley-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-24","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=106850","title":{"rendered":"Sunday, May 23, 2021 | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"

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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LEHIGH VALLEY\u00a0is looking for compassionate and energetic volunteers to become \u2018Bigs\u2019 for youth ages seven (7) to sixteen (16) in Lehigh and Northampton County. Our matches typically meet twice a month and can participate in activities that they are most interested in. Orientation, interview, references, and clearances required, and a commitment to being matched with your Little for at least one year. Contact Darby Keller,\u00a0dkeller@bbbslv.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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CAMELOT FOR CHILDREN, Allentown\u00a0is looking for adults and teens (min age 14, or 6 with adult) 8 a.m. \u2013 3 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays from June 21 to July 30th for our six-week day camp.\u00a0You will help us create the magic of childhood for special needs kids and their siblings with crafts, activities, special guest entertainment, and enjoy the playground and splashpad located on the campus. Masks and other COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Contact Emily Werner, 610-791-5683,\u00a0emily@camelotforchildren.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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CAY GALGON LIFE HOUSE, Bethlehem\u00a0is looking for individuals or groups for our Support Staff Task Force. Duties include providing safety and security to the residents and assist in maintaining the cleanliness of the house. Child Abuse, FBI, and Criminal Background checks, Mandated Reporter Clearance, and on-site training required. Various shifts available throughout the week, including weekends and overnights. Contact Christine Duddy, 610-867-9546,\u00a0christine@caygalgonlifehouse.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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HISPANIC CENTER OF LEHIGH VALLEY, Bethlehem\u00a0seeks hardworking volunteers to assist with donation deliveries to the food pantry. On Fridays, volunteers would go to Sam\u2019s Club collection site if needed, load the van, unload donation at the Center, count, and record quantities of donation, and organize food on shelves so it is ready for distribution. On the third Thursday of the month, we receive a delivery from the Food Bank where the same process occurs. Must be able to lift 25\u201330-pound boxes of food and willing to spend 2-3 hours working hard. Contact Diana Sanchez, 610-868-7800, ext. 245,\u00a0diana.sanchez@sluhn.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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HISTORIC BETHLEHEM MUSEUMS & SITES\u00a0is seeking Gallery volunteers and Tour guides at the Kemerer Museum and Moravian Museum to lead guests through the museum while offering a lively and educational experience, and to answer visitors\u2019 questions. Guides should be comfortable talking to visitors of all ages and will receive training to provide a high-quality tour experience. Shifts are 3-4 hours long and two shifts per month are requested. Contact Molly McLaughlin, 610-691-6055,\u00a0mmclaughlin@historicbethlehem.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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SHARECARE FAITH IN ACTION, Bethlehem\u00a0needs many volunteers to help with taking non-Covid-19 clients to their vital appointments.\u00a0All volunteers will have to attend on-line orientation, provide criminal background check and proof of insurance. KN95 facemasks & sanitizer wipes provided to volunteers. All clients will sit in back seat and wear a facemask as well.\u00a0Call Lynn Heiney, 610-867-2177,\u00a0sharecare8@aol.com<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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SPECIAL OLYMPICS PENNSYLVANIA-GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY POCONO REGION\u00a0needs volunteers to serve as primary point of contact for all questions related to COVID-19 mitigation processes at practice training site. Administer screenings and temperature checks to all participants (max of 8 athletes with 2 coaches). Monitor and execute safety protocols. Must have access to computer, internet access and a basic understanding of Google products (Forms & Sheets). Contact Coryna Barberis, 610-850-0449,\u00a0cbarberis@specialolympicspa.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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VOLUNTEER CENTER OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY, Bethlehem\u00a0is recruiting high school students entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade for their YLEAD Leadership Program which will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, July 12 to Friday, July 16.\u00a0This program helps participants develop critical leadership skills via a hybrid series (either in-person or virtual), while preparing a capstone service project.\u00a0Applications may be found on\u00a0http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/y-LEAD<\/a>\u00a0and must be submitted by June 25.\u00a0For questions contact Julie Huber,\u00a0julie@volunteerlv.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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For more volunteer opportunities please visit https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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