{"id":143402,"date":"2025-06-29T10:49:22","date_gmt":"2025-06-29T14:49:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=143402"},"modified":"2025-06-29T10:49:22","modified_gmt":"2025-06-29T14:49:22","slug":"june-29-2025-current-volunteer-opportunities-from-volunteer-center-of-the-lehigh-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=143402","title":{"rendered":"June 29, 2025  | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Board members at Allentown Area Ecumenical Food Bank are actively involved <\/strong>in both leadership and service. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, budgeting and fiduciary oversight, policy development, and resource generation. Members may also be asked to volunteer at the Food Bank and support special events. Wherever your expertise lies we would be glad to connect with you.\u00a0Minimum age 22. Contact Jen, 610-433-6373, <a href=\"mailto:Jen.Kelley@allentownfoodbank.org\">Jen.Kelley@allentownfoodbank.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003XzXW4\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003XzXW4<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Help prepare flooring for painting in Bethlehem Emergency Shelter dorm rooms <\/strong>9 a.m. to noon on July 16 and\/or July 23. Volunteers will be asked to scrape up particle boarding, remove nails, and sand down troublesome spots. Tools will be provided, but volunteers are welcome to bring their own.\u00a0Contact Maria, 484-602-5505, <a href=\"mailto:mshior@bes-inc.org\">mshior@bes-inc.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003Yiiui\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003Yiiui<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Engage with and monitor children from 6 to 17 years old at Boys &amp; Girls Club Allentown <\/strong>in fun games and activities for at least 2 hours a month during the summer. Assist in teaching different crafts and help with hydroponic garden and cooking classes. Clearances required. Contact Nikayah, 610-432- 9944, <a href=\"mailto:nhill@bgcallentown.org\">nhill@bgcallentown.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003884wt\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003884wt<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>For volunteers interested in tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) and GED exam preparation to adult students<\/strong>, online or in person, contact the Center for Career Pathways and Literacy at LCCC Donley Center, Allentown. 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>Volunteers are needed for our post-fourth of July community cleanup on Sunday, July 13<\/strong>, from 9:30a.m. until noon for the Greater Easton Development Partnership West Ward Community Initiative. Individuals and groups check in at 100 N 12th St., Easton. Clean up supplies include FREE trash bags, gloves, and a few other surprises. Trash grabbers for sale for $5 (cash only). Contact Andrea, 610-250- 2078, <a href=\"mailto:andrea@eastonpartnership.org\">andrea@eastonpartnership.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003WdHgM\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003WdHgM<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Volunteer to assist residents in getting to in-house clinic appointments at Gracedale Nursing Home, Nazareth, <\/strong>8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wed, Thur, Fri. This may involve pushing residents in wheelchairs, Broda chairs, or simply walking alongside a resident and engaging in conversation while making sure they arrive to the clinic area safely. Lunch and training provided. Volunteers must pass a background check. Contact Jennie, 610-829-3686, <a href=\"mailto:jrepsher@norcopa.gov\">jrepsher@norcopa.gov.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000Vvpmo\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0C4z00000Vvpmo<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Docents for Historic Bethlehem Museums &amp; Sites lead guests through the museum <\/strong>with a lively and educational narrative about early Moravian culture and history. Tour guides answer visitor questions and help guests step back in time. Volunteers should be comfortable talking to visitors of all ages and will receive training to provide high-quality experiences. Contact Charlotte, 610-882-0450, <a href=\"mailto:cfiliciotto@historicbethlehem.org\">cfiliciotto@historicbethlehem.org.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003Oi82i\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003Oi82i<\/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 when visiting with people who are homebound. Contact Casey, 610-867-2177, <a href=\"mailto:merrick.casey@hotmail.com\">merrick.casey@hotmail.com.<\/a> Website link- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002YPYgW\">www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00002YPYgW<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Visit our website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/\">www.volunteerlv.org<\/a> for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities or contact us at 610-807-0336, <a href=\"mailto:vc@volunteerlv.org\">vc@volunteerlv.org<\/a> for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Board members at Allentown Area Ecumenical Food Bank are actively involved in both leadership and service. 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