{"id":141814,"date":"2025-04-20T11:52:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-20T15:52:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=141814"},"modified":"2025-04-20T11:52:55","modified_gmt":"2025-04-20T15:52:55","slug":"april-20-2025-current-volunteer-opportunities-from-volunteer-center-of-the-lehigh-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=141814","title":{"rendered":"April 20, 2025  | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Do you have a passion for science and education? <\/strong>Are you interested in helping bring science to life and lives to science? Then join the volunteer team at the Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown and provide a fun, engaging, inclusive, science experience for visitors. Minimum age 16. Contact Katie, 484-664-1002, <a href=\"mailto:kathryn.lerch@davincisciencecenter.org\">kathryn.lerch@davincisciencecenter.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000035Rivt\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000035Rivt<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you passionate about giving back and empowering others to do the same? <\/strong>Empowerment Pathways in Easton is seeking a dedicated part-time Volunteer Coordinator to play a vital role in shaping and growing their volunteer program. This is a volunteer (unpaid) position with flexible hours and a high-impact mission. Perfect for someone looking to lead, connect, and serve at the same time. Contact Kierstin, 773-676-9377, <a href=\"mailto:drcarreira@newempowermentpathways.org\">drcarreira@newempowermentpathways.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI0000346CKf\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI0000346CKf<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Girls On The Run end of season 5K Celebration event is on May 18, <\/strong>and volunteers are needed to join in for a day of confidence boosting, core memory-making, and community connection at DeSales University, Center Valley, beginning at 10 a.m. Minimum age 13 with an adult. Contact Liz, 610-533- 1141, <a href=\"mailto:liz.fones@girlsontherun.org\">liz.fones@girlsontherun.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI0000344jPd\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI0000344jPd<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Get ready to hear BINGO! <\/strong>Help is needed 4-10 p.m. on May 9 for K9 Kop Project\u2019s annual fundraiser at Petersville Rod and Gun Club in Bath. Check guests in, sell extra bingo packets, 50\/50 tickets, daubers, help with verifying raffle basket winners and verifying bingo card winners. Minimum age 21 or 13 with an adult. Contact Vickie 443-851-3658, <a href=\"mailto:k9kopproject@gmail.com\">k9kopproject@gmail.com.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002opzrh\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002opzrh<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tour guides\/docents are needed to greet and provide visitors to Museum of Indian Culture <\/strong>in Allentown with an educational experience about Native American lifeways and history as it pertains to the exhibits 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturdays. The museum is an active learning center for children and adults of all ages and abilities. Minimum age 16. Training provided. Contact Pat, 610-797-2121, <a href=\"mailto:info@museumofindianculture.org\">info@museumofindianculture.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000Tn6gx\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000Tn6gx<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Roosevelt Elementary is excited to host a Reality Fair for 5th grade students, <\/strong>where they&#8217;ll get fun, hands-on experience learning about real-life responsibilities like budgeting, decision-making, and managing expenses, and is looking for 19 volunteers to help run the 19 interactive stations 9 a.m. to noon on May 22. Training provided. Contact Yasainee, 484-765-4461, <a href=\"mailto:burtony@ciseasternpa.org\">burtony@ciseasternpa.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000034SbYg\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000034SbYg<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Experience the joy of Special Olympics as a head coach or assistant coach. <\/strong>Head coaches lead and organize their team of athletes and volunteers to create a comprehensive sport training program while assistant coaches help organize practice and assist athletes in acquiring various sports skills. No prior experience needed &#8211; just a willingness to work with Special Olympics athletes. Coach training and resources available. Contact Cara, 610-850-0449 X2, <a href=\"mailto:glvpr@specialolympicspa.org\">glvpr@specialolympicspa.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/organization\/0011a00000KYGbeAAH\">www.volunteerlv.org\/organization\/0011a00000KYGbeAAH<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Enjoy the beautiful weather on Saturday, May 10 <\/strong>and support The Salvation Army Foster Care &amp; Adoption Services for the 14th annual Rock N\u2019 Run at Coca-Cola Park in Allentown to raise awareness and support children in foster care. The event includes a 5K, 5 Mile and Kids Fun Run and is run exclusively by volunteers and agency staff. Volunteers are needed from 8:30 a.m. to noon for many stations. Contact Emily, 610-821-7706, <a href=\"mailto:emily.anthony@use.salvationarmy.org\">emily.anthony@use.salvationarmy.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002o0StN\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002o0StN<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Visit our website <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/\"><strong>www.volunteerlv.org<\/strong><\/a><strong> for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities or contact us at 610-807-0336, <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:vc@volunteerlv.org\"><strong>vc@volunteerlv.org<\/strong><\/a><strong> for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have a passion for science and education? Are you interested in helping bring science to life and lives to science? 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