{"id":140437,"date":"2025-02-16T09:26:47","date_gmt":"2025-02-16T14:26:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=140437"},"modified":"2025-02-16T09:26:47","modified_gmt":"2025-02-16T14:26:47","slug":"february-16-2025-current-volunteer-opportunities-from-volunteer-center-of-the-lehigh-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=140437","title":{"rendered":"February 16, 2025  | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Are you currently serving on or considering joining a nonprofit board and want to become a more informed participant? <\/strong>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 5 sessions is a stand-alone session. This program is virtual, and each class time is 4-5:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, March 4 to April 1. Register at <a href=\"http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/LEAD-Now\">www.volunteerlv.org\/LEAD-Now.<\/a> For questions contact Karen Smith, 610-807- 0336, <a href=\"mailto:karen@volunteerlv.org\">karen@volunteerlv.org.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Allentown Area Ecumenical Food Bank is seeking computer savvy volunteers to help in our intake office <\/strong>9 a.m. \u2013 12 p.m. Monday through Friday, and\/or 3:30 to 6 p.m<strong>. <\/strong>on Thursdays. Training will be provided by staff. This is a good opportunity for individuals who want to give back to the community by assisting at the food bank without having to be physically active. Contact Amy, 610-821-1332, <a href=\"mailto:amy.hitch@allentownfoodbank.org\">amy.hitch@allentownfoodbank.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002VkNRq\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002VkNRq<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Center for Career Pathways and Literacy at Lehigh Carbon Community College Donley Center, Allentown<\/strong>, 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, <a href=\"mailto:volunteertutor@lccc.edu\">volunteertutor@lccc.edu.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00001pA6w7\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00001pA6w7<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>The position of Usher requires walking up and down aisles, reading tickets in dim lighting, and standing for extended periods of time. <\/strong>Join Civic Theatre of Allentown beginning at 6:30 p.m. on March 1, 7, and\/or 8 for the performance of Jesus Christ Superstar. Contact Chelsi, 610-432-8943 X204, <a href=\"mailto:volunteercoordinator@civictheatre.com\">volunteercoordinator@civictheatre.com.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002bgNS7\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002bgNS7<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>LV Auto Dealers Foundation is seeking community volunteers to staff the 2025 LV Auto Show at Stabler <\/strong>Athletic &amp; Convocation Center, Bethlehem, scheduled for Thursday, March 20 through Sunday, March 23 . All functions are indoors. Volunteer for a 5-hour shift on any day(s) within the hours noted for each day. Contact Rebecca, 610-217-3570, <a href=\"mailto:rbshoemaker@icloud.com\">rbshoemaker@icloud.com.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002XbWRX2A3\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002XbWRX2A3<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>ShareCare Faith in Action needs volunteers to visit with people who are homebound<\/strong>, mostly seniors, who do not drive and live alone. Two hours a week or two hours a month can make a difference in someone\u2019s life and help our community decrease social isolation. Contact Lynn, 610-867-2177, <a href=\"mailto:sharecare8@aol.com\">sharecare8@aol.com.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002YPYgW\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002YPYgW<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>The Salvation Army Foster Care &amp; Adoption Services is looking for a volunteer with video and photography experience <\/strong>to help us with the goal of creating promotional videos to raise awareness of foster care and adoption, highlight the needs of foster children and encourage potential foster parents to come forward and provide loving homes. Contact Flo, 610-821-7706, <a href=\"mailto:florence_rhue@use.salvationarmy.org\">florence_rhue@use.salvationarmy.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002eOqSN\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002eOqSN<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you a cat lover? <\/strong>If so, make a difference by joining the team of fellow cat lovers with feeding, cleaning areas, and socializing with cats at The Sanctuary At Haafsville in Orefield until they find their forever homes. Shifts are 3 hours, beginning at 7:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Training is provided. Minimum age 18 unless accompanied by an adult. Contact Susan, 484-285-5445, <a href=\"mailto:scimerola@thesanctuarypa.org\">scimerola@thesanctuarypa.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002D1pCe\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002D1pCe<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Visit our website\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/\">www.volunteerlv.org<\/a>\u00a0for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities or contact us at 610-807-0336,\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:vc@volunteerlv.org\">vc@volunteerlv.org<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you currently serving on or considering joining a nonprofit board and want to become a more informed participant? 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