volunteers
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 Donley 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.
Community Bike Works “Earn a Bike” program needs volunteers to work with youth ages 9-17 on fixing bikes. You’ll work in small groups teaching bike mechanics to the students. No experience necessary. The program runs 4-6 p.m. on the East Side of Allentown. Contact James, 484- 241-9906, james@communitybikeworks.org.
Share the joy of the holiday season with Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites! Holiday gallery guides are needed to monitor the museum space while ensuring a positive experience for visitors. Volunteers provide guidance through the museum space for self-guided groups and share basic information about HBMS offerings during the Christmas season. Contact Charlotte 631-514-9324, cfiliciotto@historicbethlehem.org.
New Bethany has opportunities to help assemble luminaria kits for our 27th annual Luminaria Night! Volunteers will help assemble luminaria kits consisting of candles, paper bags, and sand. 4-6 p.m. Mon through Thurs, Nov 4 to Dec 6, at Promenade Saucon Valley, (across from LL Bean). Minimum age 16 or 12 with adult. Contact Jenna, 610-691-5602 x233, jsentz@newbethany.org.
On December 18, SELF! LV will hold its annual Angel Tree Christmas Celebration in Allentown and is looking for volunteers and sponsors to help make this event a success in the following areas: photographer, videographer, photobooth, DJ, catering, face painting, children’s wish lists, and more. Uber/Lyft rides are also needed. Contact Enid, 484-649-8571, enid@self-reentry.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.
It’s that time of year for the Women Of Excellence of Bethlehem gift wrapping through December 20: 10 a.m. to 12 noon Wednesdays & Fridays; 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays in Bethlehem. Help needed at the children’s program in Bethlehem 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on December 21. Minimum age 13. Contact Enid, 484-662-0599, bethlehemwomenofexcellence@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.