October 1, 2023 | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley

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Are you considering joining or currently serving on a nonprofit board and want to become a more informed participant? 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, Oct 10- Nov 7. Register at www.volunteerlv.org/LEAD-Now. For questions contact Karen Smith, 610-807-0336, karen@volunteerlv.org.

 

Assist with literacy activities in a kindergarten or first grade classroom in the Allentown School District one hour per week or more. Clearances and attendance at an orientation session are required. Our next orientation session is scheduled from 1:00-2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 11 at Hays Elementary School, Allentown. Hosted by Allentown School District Foundation. Pre-registration by October 4 is required. Contact Vicki Newhard, 484-765-4121, newhardv@allentownsd.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000Vwo8C

 

Keep Oktoberfest guests hydrated with one of the widest-ranging selections of beer in the Lehigh Valley! Hosted by ArtsQuest, you can listen to traditional music and meet new people as you fill our signature Oktoberfest mugs and check guest IDs. Shifts available 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Oct 6-8, Oct 13-15. Other positions may be available. Contact Cory Stevens, 610-332-1370, cstevens@artsquest.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000WIBOEEA5

 

St. Luke’s D&L “RaceFest” is bringing a full marathon back to the Lehigh Valley! We’re also hosting a marathon relay, half marathon run, and half marathon walk all on the same day. Join Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor on Sunday, November 12 for a race weekend to remember! We’re recruiting volunteers to help in various roles, locations, time frames, and dates. Minimum age 18 or 5 with adult. Contact Aurelia Rapp, 610-923-3548 x229, assistant@delawareandlehigh.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VwmRN

 

Meet new people, make new friends, and most of all provide Lehigh Valley seniors with a lifeline to medical appointments, grocery stores, or to visit a loved one. Coordinated by Independent Transportation Network Lehigh Valley. Choose the times, days, and areas you wish to drive. Must have own vehicle and clean driving record. Minimum age 24. All rides in Lehigh Valley area only. Call 610- 419-1645 for details or email info@itnlehighvalley.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000VdCCD

 

Itty Bitty Kitty will be holding a Bingo Fundraiser at Alburtis Community Center on Sunday, October 8th. Volunteers are needed in shifts from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. for set-up and food prep, and 12:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. for game time tasks and breakdown. Minimum age 10 with adult. Contact Kathryn Kuzo, 610- 973-7400, ittybittykittypa@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000WIMPc

 

K9 Kop Project is looking for an Experienced Event Coordinator who will plan, recruit, and manage a group of volunteers/supporters who will run a community day in 2024. The event coordinator and dedicated volunteers would need to meet once a month to discuss ongoing progress in the areas of social media and other forms of advertising, sponsorships, vendors, and event day volunteers, etc. Contact Vickie, 443-851-3658, k9kopproject@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000WHywH

 

The Whitehall Historical Preservation Society needs assistance with fall clean up on Sunday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Inside needs include dusting, cleaning, painting, organizing. Outside duties include raking, weeding, trimming, painting and other tasks as needed. Assistance is also needed to help monitor tours in the afternoon. Please contact Alice, 610-776-7280, whps@verizon.net. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C4z00000WILaK

 

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.