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LEAD Now, a leadership training program that provides relevant guidance on nonprofit board service, has one session remaining – “Understanding Diversity, Equity & Inclusion on the Board.” This program, hosted by Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley, is virtual, 4-5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30. Register at www.volunteerlv.org/LEAD-Now. For questions contact Karen Smith, 610-807-0336, karen@volunteerlv.org.
Boutique At The Rink, Bethlehem, is an organization of Lehigh Valley volunteers dedicated to supporting cancer services in the community through the annual sale of new and gently used items. Volunteers are needed May 3 through May 24 for various positions including receiving/unloading donations, setting up tables & racks, sorting donated items, etc., Mon & Wed from 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tues, Thurs, Fri & Sat from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Contact Jen, 610-861-7555, jgibbs@cancersupportglv.org.
Independent Transportation Network provides rides to seniors and adults with visual impairments. Virtual telephone receptionists are needed in shifts 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday and/or Tuesday to receive requests for services. Training provided. Contact Adele, 610-419-1645, bonshannon@aol.com.
Our residents LOVE, LOVE, LOVE being able to get out and enjoy a ride! A volunteer with a CDL is needed to assist two staff members with getting residents at Phoebe Allentown Health Care Center loaded onto the bus and driving on a preplanned trip through the countryside to an ice cream destination, and then return via a different route. Contact Dorothy, 610-794-5226, dvanderdrift@phoebe.org.
ProJeCt of Easton is looking for a volunteer in our Early Childhood Education (ECE) program to assist the classroom teacher during lunch time 10:45 to 11:45 a.m., and/or assist with walking students around town 12 to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Students in our program are ages 0-5 years old. Contact Morgan, 610-258-4361, mmckay@projecteaston.org.
Make a meaningful difference at St. Luke’s University Health Network as a volunteer! Engage with patients and guests and provide well-needed support in various departments. Opportunities vary by campus, but popular roles include greeters, gift shop volunteers, family advocate in OR Waiting Room and pet therapy. Minimum age 14. Contact Liz Deck, 484-526-4600, volunteers@sluhn.org.
The Moravian Historical Society in Nazareth seeks a team of volunteers to assist with a spring cleanup of its historic grounds. Various tasks, including weeding, mulching, and planting are required to help us get ready for our seasonal events. The cleanup day can be scheduled based on group availability but must take place between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. any weekday before May 23rd. Contact Susan Ellis, 610-759-5070, sellis@moravianhistory.org.
Humankind Day, hosted by Unidos, Inc is a community event which is held collaboratively with other organizations and the Allentown School District to identify the families of high need and provide supplies and activities to keep their children safe and engaged during the summer months while encouraging continued learning. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 1 at Bucky Boyle Park, but the greatest need is setting up before, and cleaning up after the event. Contact Yahaira Davis, 484-403-0811, unidosyd@gmail.com.
Volunteer Center to receive a brochure listing agencies in need of volunteers at 610-807-0336 or e-mail: vc@volunteerlv.org. Visit our website www.volunteerlv.org for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities.