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Perform light TLC for 26 American Chestnut trees that were planted in Emmaus. Help Antinanco Earth Arts School between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on May 22 inspect the trees for any damage, and upgrade rodent and deer protection. Minimum age 14 or 8 with adult. Contact Olga Sher, 917-685-1223, osher@antinanco.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000Vdo8KEAR
Help build a youth’s potential by mentoring through sports. Mentors meet once a month for 9 months with their mentee. All activities are organized and facilitated by Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lehigh Valley. There is no cost to participate. Activities include attending sporting events (like the Phantoms or a college basketball game) or participating in sports activities (like a kickball game or the batting cages). Contact Maggie Klingseis, 610-432-8000, mklingseis@bbbslv.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VdZGJEA3
The National Canal Museum (NCM) is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help with our children’s program, Kids on the Canal! Volunteers should enjoy doing crafts and demonstrating planned activities to kids visiting the museum every 3rd Saturday of the month from 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. from April to December. Tasks include setup/cleanup and interacting with kids and families as they visit. Training provided and clearances required. Contact Anna Kristjansen, 610-923-3548, outreachcoordinator@delawareandlehigh.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000UtVOTEA3
Colonial Foodways volunteers engage visitors with the history of Burnside Plantation through live cooking demonstrations in the summer kitchen. Volunteers will demonstrate open hearth cooking practices and recreate 18th and early 19th century recipes in period attire and answer visitor questions about early cooking and life on a colonial-era farm. Training and costumes provided by Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites. Contact Charlotte Filiciotto, 610-882-0450, cfiliciotto@historicbethlehem.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VdVYcEAN
Deliver on routes serving clients in Slatington and Walnutport. Pick up meals at Hope Lutheran Church in Cherryville between 9:30 & 10 a.m. In 60 to 90 minutes, provide nutritious meals to 10 to 12 clients per route. Deliver solo or with a friend or family member. Training provided by Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley includes a ride along; application and background check required. Contact Dawn Stillwagen, 610-841-7011, dawns@mowglv.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VdEIlEAN
Are you a people person with organizational and computer skills? The Museum of Indian Culture, Allentown, is looking for a part-time volunteer to recruit, organize and schedule volunteers for various museum opportunities like lawn mowing, pulling weeds, yard and building maintenance, festivals, and special events. Contact Pat Rivera, 610-797-2121, info@museumofindianculture.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VdFsQEAV
The Good Neighbor Awards are given in the spirit of Fred Rogers, who admired individuals and organizations that significantly contribute to improving the quality of life in our community. PBS39 & 91.3 WLVR will hold our annual fundraiser, this year at Delta Hotels by Marriott, on May 23rd, 2023. Volunteers are needed for event load-in the day before, Check-in Support, Set-up, and Day-of Prep, Load-out, Auction Spotters and Table Number directors and more. Contact Deja Frazier, 610-984-8102 ext. 102, volunteer@wlvt.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VdSzyEAF
The Salvation Army Foster Care & Adoption Program believes every child deserves a safe, loving, and caring home, and as part of our Advisory Council, you can have a powerful impact on the lives of foster and adoptive children and families in our community. Share your professional expertise; diverse knowledge of constituent perspectives; connections to local resources, colleagues, or peers; philanthropic support and other forms of needed assistance. Contact Florence Rhue, 610-821-7706, florence_rhue@use.salvationarmy.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000UuTIREA3
Visit our website www.volunteerlv.org for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities or contact us at 610- 807-0336, vc@volunteerlv.org for more information.
