{"id":107100,"date":"2021-06-20T10:18:36","date_gmt":"2021-06-20T14:18:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=107100"},"modified":"2021-06-19T10:23:34","modified_gmt":"2021-06-19T14:23:34","slug":"august-11-2019-youth-adult-volunteer-opportunities-from-the-volunteer-center-of-the-lehigh-valley-3-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-27","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=107100","title":{"rendered":"Sunday, June 20, 2021 | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"

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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 and provides opportunities to engage in various service projects throughout the week.\u00a0Applications may be found on\u00a0http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/y-LEAD<\/a>\u00a0and must be submitted by June 25.\u00a0For questions contact\u00a0youth@volunteerlv.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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ARTSQUEST, Bethlehem\u00a0is ready for Musikfest 2021.\u00a0Join your friends, family & coworkers and support your community. We have a job for everyone from beer tapping to keeping our festival grounds clean! Sign up today at: \u00a0https:\/\/fest.formstack.com\/forms\/musikfest_volunteer_2021<\/a>\u00a0or for questions contact Cory Stevens, 610-332-1370,\u00a0cstevens@artsquest.org<\/a>. Link to webpage –https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000R7s0PEAR<\/a><\/div>\n

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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>. Link to webpage –\u00a0https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C1P00000ObwCNUAZ<\/a><\/div>\n
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CATHOLIC CHARITIES, DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN\u00a0– A Volunteer Ombudsman is a community neighbor who is specially trained to find answers and resolve simple problems older adults experience in the long-term care system and who enjoy visiting with others, helping to find answers, and have time available to visit residents in Northampton County. Training required. Contact Bob Olney, 610-435-1541,\u00a0rolney@allentowndiocese.org<\/a>. Link to webpage –\u00a0https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C1P00000NvJQ7UAN<\/a><\/div>\n

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GREATER VALLEY YMCA\u00a0needs food service delivery driver to pick up meals from the Bethlehem branch YMCA and delivery to Bethlehem city parks. Must have valid driver’s license and be able to lift up to 30 lb. cooler. 10:15 \u2013 11 a.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays, and 5:30 \u2013 6:15 p.m. Mondays & Wednesdays. Contact Haley Turner, 610-438-6065,\u00a0haleyturner@gv-ymca.org<\/a>. Link to webpage –\u00a0https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/organization\/0011a00000pdGrVAAU<\/a><\/div>\n

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INDEPENDENT TRANSPORTATION NETWORK LEHIGH VALLEY\u00a0provides 24\/7 door through door ride service for seniors aged 60 and over and visually impaired adults to any destination in the Lehigh Valley.\u00a0We need volunteer drivers to help us with the increasing demand for rides.\u00a0All rides in Lehigh Valley only.\u00a0Drive when and where you want.\u00a0No minimum hours required. Must have own vehicle and clean driving record. \u00a0\u00a0Contact Jessie Shappell, 610-419-1645,\u00a0jessie.shappell@itnlehighvalley.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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NAZARETH CENTER FOR THE ARTS\u00a0needs volunteers to sit in the gallery during open hours to greet visitors and provide information about the artist and The Nazareth Center for the Arts. Shifts available 1:45 \u2013 4PM Thursday through Sunday throughout the summer. You will also need to record the number of visitors and close the gallery at the end of your shift. Contact Kathleen Reynolds, 901-229-0928,\u00a0nazaretharts@gmail.com<\/a>. Link to webpage –\u00a0https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000R7tPNEAZ<\/a><\/div>\n

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NORTHAMPTON CO. HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY, Easton\u00a0needs kids and adults on July 11 to help wow kids with cool games, crafts, and STEAM!\u00a0Three shifts to provide general support.\u00a0Experienced teacher will lead and support our volunteers.\u00a0It will be FUN!\u00a0No experience needed.\u00a0Great opportunity for scouts, clubs, or other groups, as well as individuals.\u00a0Minimum age 14 or 11 with adult. Contact Kenneth Wildrick, 610-252-8080,\u00a0volunteer.nchgs@gmail.com<\/a>. \u00a0Link to webpage –\u00a0https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000R7tnSEAR<\/a><\/div>\n<\/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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