The Allentown Area Ecumenical Food Bank is seeking a volunteer with an SUV or van to pick up items (not heavy) in Lansdale, PA 19446, once per month (days vary but you may select the day and time from open slots) and bring the items to the food bank located at 14th Street, Allentown, PA 18102. Minimum age 21. Contact Anne, 610-433-6373, anne.egan@allentownfoodbank.org.

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disaster. Our disaster recovery team members follow up with clients within 72 hours of cases being opened. You have the chance to make a difference and to experience a sense of community. Contact Ann, 215-384-7191, ann.borysowski@redcross.org.

If you are willing to make a positive difference in someone’s life, Center For Career Pathways And Literacy at Lehigh Carbon Community College Donely Center, Allentown, is looking for volunteers interested in tutoring English as a Second Language (ESL) and General Education Degree (GED) preparation to adult students. No experience is required but training and clearances are. Days of the week and times are flexible. Contact Shiloe Sidor, 610-799-1216, ssidor@lccc.edu.

As one of PA’s largest nursing homes, Gracedale Nursing Home, Nazareth, is always buzzing with activity. Volunteers are needed to assist residents with in-house appointments including clinics and beauty shop. Opportunities available Monday-Friday – especially Wednesdays - between 9AM-12PM. Clearances, training, and Covid-19 vaccination required. Minimum age 14 with adult. Contact Jennie, 610-829-3686, jrepsher@norcopa.gov.

The Greater Easton Development partnership is seeking volunteers for PA Bacon Fest on November 2 & November 3. Various shifts for set up and a morning of teamwork, bacon vibes, and getting the party started, and for handing out delicious bacon and brew samples to eager festival-goers during festival hours. Contact Andrea, 484-894-9620, andrea@eastonpartnership.org.

We are in search of individuals who are enthusiastic about sharing their musical gifts with our Phoebe Allentown Nursing Home community. We would be thrilled to have you perform tailored to your availability. We embrace all types of musical performances, from vocal and piano to violin and harmonica. Our standard program times are 10:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Minimum age 13 or 10 with adult. Contact Joan Wickel, 610-794-5370, jwickel@phoebe.org.

Experience the Joy of Special Olympics as a coach for our Bocce team! While bocce knowledge or experience is helpful, we offer coach training opportunities and resources. Bocce practice starts in September and runs until November and takes place in Whitehall at 4 p.m. on Sundays. Background check required. Call 610-850-0449, mailto:volunteer@specialolympicspa.org.

Wilson Area LINCS Family Center is looking for volunteers to help make our Photos with Santa event a success! We need Planning Committee members, and Event Day Helpers on December 7 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at Wilson Area High School Cafeteria, Easton. Let’s make this holiday season magical for our community! Minimum age 14 with adult. Contact Trina, 434-373-6200, LINCS@wilsonareasd.org.

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.