July 21, 2024 | Current Volunteer Opportunities from Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley

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The Allentown Area Ecumenical Food Bank is seeking volunteers to help pack food boxes and bags for our Elderly Food Program (EFP). We will pack boxes 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Our seniors are very grateful that we are able to deliver both fresh and frozen produce to them in addition to non- perishable items. Contact Amy Hitch, 610-821-1332, aaefb1978@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00001BbEpz2AF

Itty Bitty Kitty, Allentown, is looking for volunteers for our Adoption Day/Open House from 11 a.m. to 1

p.m. on Saturdays. Assist with tidying up the rooms at the shelter and playing with the cats and kittens there while they await their fur-ever home. Contact Kathi Kuzo, 610-973-7400, ittybittykittypa@gmail.com. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0C1a00000BlKkaEAF

Drivers are needed for Seniors to keep them active, healthy and engaged in their community. Riders are going to doctor appointments, physical therapy, short procedures, dentist, eye care as well as shopping, recreation, hair care, etc. Volunteer as your schedule permits. Independent Transportation Network Lehigh Valley is a membership service whose goal is to provide safe, reliable and customer- focused transportation. Minimum age 24. Contact Yajaira, 610-419-1645, yajaira.millan@itnlehighvalley.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00000zRZWS

Celebrating 44 years! The Museum of Indian Culture is excited to host Pennsylvania’s oldest Native American festival, the Roasting Ears of Corn Festival on August 17-18, 2024. Many hands are needed for this important fundraiser, beginning with various set-up chores, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. August 3 -6, 9-11, 14 & 15. Minimum age 16 with adult. Contact Pat Rivera, 610-797-2121, info@museumofindianculture.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00001AKXbM2AX

In a world where access to fresh, locally grown produce is more crucial than ever, your contribution matters more than you know. Join Second Harvest Food Bank at the Seed Farm in Emmaus to grow and harvest produce for local pantries 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. Minimum age 16 with adult. Contact Amour, 484-287-4015, ainman@caclv.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00000vx5jD2AQ

Every year, Third Street Alliance, Easton, provides backpacks filled with school supplies for more than 500 Easton-area children. Volunteers are needed 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for event logistics like directions, foot traffic control, handing out back packs, and handing out water & snacks. Join our Planning Meetings 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. on Mon., Aug. 5 & 12. Minimum age 10 with adult supervision. Contact Janine, 610-438-9436, volunteer@thirdstreetalliance.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00001DuUzf

Valley Youth House Mentoring Program is interested in connecting with individuals in the Lehigh Valley and Montgomery County areas who possess a strong passion for working with youth in the role of a MENTOR. Mentors are encouraged to participate in meetings with youth on a bi-weekly basis and will receive formal and informal training on VYH best practices. Background clearances and application process required. Contact Lara Bader, 484-577-3058, lbader@valleyyouthhhouse.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI000019mLBN

Wilson Area LINCS Family Center needs volunteers at the food pantry on the campus of the Wilson Area Intermediate School in Wilson. The pantry operates on most Monday mornings from 9 to 11 a.m. except on school holidays. Contact Trina, 484-373-6200, LINCS@wilsonareasd.org. Website link- www.volunteerlv.org/opportunity/a0CVI00001AXPcq2AH

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.