{"id":147613,"date":"2026-02-14T22:19:39","date_gmt":"2026-02-15T03:19:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=147613"},"modified":"2026-02-14T22:20:01","modified_gmt":"2026-02-15T03:20:01","slug":"sunday-february-15-2026-current-volunteer-opportunities-from-volunteer-center-of-the-lehigh-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=147613","title":{"rendered":"Sunday, February 15, 2026 | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\">VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES \u2013 Sunday, February 15, 2026<\/p>\n<p><strong>Assemble signs for historical sites on Lehigh County\u2019s Treasure Trail with Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown. <\/strong>Calling all crafty and handy people to help us assemble 19 signs on Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The signs will be placed at cultural and historical sites to celebrate America 250 Pennsylvania. All materials are provided. Contact Ann Bebout, <a href=\"mailto:ann@davincisciencecenter.org\">ann@davincisciencecenter.org<\/a>.\u00a0Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000055HXiN\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000055HXiN<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Volunteer to be a part of the Lehigh Valley Easter 5K, 10K and \u00bd Mile Fun Run in Allentown on April\u00a0<\/strong><strong>4. <\/strong>The race benefits the Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center and its mission of advocacy, education, and support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Volunteers are needed for registration, water stations, course support, cheering, and setup\/cleanup. Join us to help make this event safe, fun, and memorable for all! Contact Kerri DiDario, 484-224-5288, <a href=\"mailto:epdsckerri@gmail.com\">epdsckerri@gmail.com<\/a>. Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000057EwFO\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000057EwFO<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Help feed our neighbors by assisting with food pickup in Easton. <\/strong>Drivers with an SUV needed to collect food donations at ShopRite (Freemansburg Ave) every other Friday. Meet at 10:30 AM for pickup and bring donations to Easton Area Community Center, 901 Washington St, Easton. Contact Kathryn Presto, 973-879-8265, <a href=\"mailto:kpresto@eaccpa.org\">kpresto@eaccpa.org<\/a>. Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000054W45b\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000054W45b<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Woodworkers needed to create playing card holders for residents at Gracedale Nursing Home in Nazareth. <\/strong>The volunteer would need to make the playing card holders offsite in their own woodshop, preferably with wood pieces they have hanging around. Specifics regarding measurements will be provided to the volunteer. Contact Jennie Repsher, 610-829-3686, <a href=\"mailto:jrepsher@norcopa.gov\">jrepsher@norcopa.gov<\/a>. Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000057oQVZ\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000057oQVZ<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Support the behind-the-scenes operations of the Wilson Area LINCS Food Pantry as the Food Pantry Inventory Coordinator. <\/strong>The coordinator focuses on receiving and processing large food deliveries to support the Food Pantry\u2019s operations. This volunteer plays a key role in inventory control, warehouse organization, and food safety. A coordinator is needed every other Friday morning. Contact Trina Brady, 434-373-6200, <a href=\"mailto:tjohnsonbrady@wilsonareasd.org\">tjohnsonbrady@wilsonareasd.org<\/a>. Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000055S8K2\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000055S8K2<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Help make River Crossing YMCA\u2019s warming station in Allentown a safe, welcoming space for our community. <\/strong>Dinner service volunteers are needed every night of the week, 7 days a week from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM to help welcome guests, serve warm meals, distribute supplies, and offer compassionate support to those experiencing homelessness. Contact Emily Lucas, 610-910-4388, <a href=\"mailto:elucas@ymcarivercrossing.org\">elucas@ymcarivercrossing.org<\/a>. Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003cRmIs\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI00003cRmIs<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Be a radio news host with WDIY! <\/strong>Volunteers needed to operate the board for our daily NPR programming, particularly for Morning Edition roles (weekdays 6-9am). You will be assigned a specific day of the week at the station in Bethlehem or will be added to our fill-in list for when other volunteers call out. Currently, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings have the greatest need. No prior radio or broadcasting experience is required. Contact Alison DelRe, 610-694-8100, <a href=\"mailto:alison@wdiy.org\">alison@wdiy.org<\/a>. Website link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000056zew7\">https:\/\/www.volunteerlv.org\/opportunity\/a0CVI000056zew7<\/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>VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES \u2013 Sunday, February 15, 2026 Assemble signs for historical sites on Lehigh County\u2019s Treasure Trail with Da Vinci Science Center in Allentown. 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