Sunday, July 26, 2020

August 2020 Opportunities



NEED HOURS? WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!

Come and help organize the 

Liberty High School Clothing Closet

When: Thursday, August 27, 2020, and Friday, August 28, 2020

Time:  8 AM - 11:00 AM or 11:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Where: Liberty High School - Library


CLICK ON THE LINK TO SIGN-UP
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20 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT

"GO BAGS"
Students are needed to fill "Go Bags" with supplies for elementary students. Tasks will include counting out items, assembling items into pencil pouches, inserting papers into sheet protectors, assembling the sheet protectors into folders, and then adding all items to the bags.

NEW DATES ADDED
Please click on the link to sign up: 


WHEN: Monday, August 24, 2020
TIME: 9 AM - 3:30 PM (these hours can be done in shifts: 9-12 or 12:30-3:30)
 WHERE: Liberty High School Auxiliary Gym (Please enter through the Klien Building (main building entrance)

WHEN: Tuesday, August 25, 2020 

          Wednesday, August 26, 2020
TIME: 9 AM - 3:30 PM (these hours can be done in shifts: 9-12 or 12:30-3:30)

Thursday, August 27, 2020
TIME: 9 AM - 12 PM 

                                            WHERE: Liberty High School Auxiliary Gym (Please enter through the Klien Building (main building entrance)

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WHEN: Tuesday, August 18, 2020 
          Wednesday, August19, 2020
TIME: 9 AM - 3:30 PM (these hours can be done in shifts: 9-12 or 12:30-3:30)

Thursday, August 20, 2020
TIME: 9 AM - 12 PM 

                                            WHERE: Liberty High School Auxiliary Gym (Please enter through the Klien Building (main building entrance)

Please register to participate! (click on the link below)

Thank you!

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LEHIGH COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, Bethlehem is currently looking for volunteers to help care for 4 cats that will be up for adoption at PetSmart in Bethlehem. I am looking for 2 volunteers for each 8-10AM shift and 5-7PM shift. Volunteer for one or more shifts throughout the month of August. Each shift would feed, clean, scoop, and socialize with the cats. Min age 14 with adult supervision.
Contact Steph Skyroitis, 610-797-1205, steph@lehighhumane.org.

FEED THE CHILDREN, Bethlehem is looking for volunteers to help sort our Avon product so it can be put into boxes for children and families in need. Masks will not be provided; you will need to bring your own. We will provide gloves. It is important to maintain social distancing rules. You must be able to stand for 3 hours at a time and will need to be able to lift 15-25 pounds. Please bring your own water/drinks, and no food will be allowed. Children 11-15 years of age can volunteer with parental supervision. You must go to https://feedthechildren.volunteerhub.com/ to register for the date(s) that you would like to attend. If you do not register through the link you are not registered for the event.

THE GRESS MOUNTAIN RANCH, Orefield needs 2 volunteers per day to assist with feeding and watering the animals, and groups no bigger than 5 to help with grounds maintenance, composting, cleaning stalls, cutting grass & weed whacking. The minimum age with parent/guardian supervision is 10 years old, without supervision is 14 years old. Volunteers are required to wear masks and to social distance. To arrange a day/time, call Kathryn Gress at 610-398-2122, gressranch@gmail.com.

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SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK, Nazareth has some upcoming volunteer opportunities available on the third Tuesday & Wednesday of the month (except Sept is 4th week) through December. Shifts are 8:30-11:30AM, or 12:30-3:30PM. Please feel free to share with your friends and family as 20 volunteers are needed for each shift! Complete the Registration form http://shfblv.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/SHFB-2019-Volunteer-Application2.pdf AND, go to the sign-up link to select your shift(s) : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4babaf23a5f94-volunteer9. Children 16+ are permitted but must be supervised by a parent/guardian during the shift. Gloves and masks are required and available or bring your own. Contact Lizette Soto, 484-287-4015, lsoto@caclv.org.

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DELAWARE & LEHIGH NATIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR, Bethlehem is seeking volunteers to be Greeters who will be responsible for managing visitor traffic coming in and out of the National Canal Museum. This position serves as the first and last contact for visitors to the museum. This person sets the tone for the visit and strives to ensure visitor's needs and hopefully, expectations were met. Abilities required include a friendly and welcoming demeanor, attention to detail, and communication skills. Hours based on availability and desired commitment, but preferred minimum of 6-hour shift on a weekly or biweekly basis. Minimum age 16. Contact Pam Thomas, 610-923-3548 ext. 240, visitorservice@delawareandlehigh.org.

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FOUNTAIN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

NEEDS YOUR HELP!

Wednesday 8/19  from 9AM - 3PM

Indoor and Outdoor clean-up day!

Contact: Paige Hoffman
                                                                                 Community School Director
                                                             Fountain Hill Elementary School | Lehigh University
                                                                                     (610) 865-5881 x29310
                                                                                  phoffman@basdschools.org 
Student volunteers would be expected to wear masks during their visit and respect social distancing guidelines.


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ALLENTOWN AREA ECUMENICAL FOOD PANTRY needs volunteers Monday, Thursday and Friday, and an occasional Tuesday. Volunteers will pack groceries 12PM -2/2:30pm into 2 bags each for the number of clients who have come that day. Everyone must wear a mask. Call Vanessa, 610-821-1332, aaefb1978@gmail.com.

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ANTINANCO EARTH ARTS SCHOOL, Bath is seeking local volunteers, youth groups, high school and undergrad students to participate in the tree planting event on September 27, from 10AM - 6PM, where we will be planting 25 American Chestnut trees at The Lee and Virginia Graver Arboretum of Muhlenberg College in Bath, PA. The project includes educational presentations by environmental and reforestation experts, and the distribution of educational materials on environmental literacy, sustainability, reforestation, and tree planting. In addition, a field course to high school and undergrad students will be offered. Community service certificates are available upon request. Event details here: https://www.antinanco.org/american-chestnut-tree-planting2020. Contact Lauren Roderick, 1-917-685-1223, lroderick@antinanco.org.

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LEHIGH COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, Bethlehem is currently looking for volunteers to help care for 4 cats that will be up for adoption at PetSmart in Bethlehem. I am looking for 2 volunteers for each 8-10AM shift and 5-7PM shift. Volunteer for one or more shifts throughout the month of August. Each shift would feed, clean, scoop, and socialize with the cats. Min age 14 with adult supervision.
Contact Steph Skyroitis, 610-797-1205, steph@lehighhumane.org.

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MUSEUM OF INDIAN CULTURE, Allentown is looking for volunteers to clean up the gardens at the Museum of Indian Culture and get it ready for a small Artifact show on 8/15. We would be able to accommodate helpers weekdays or weekends for this social distancing and fun way to connect with nature and get service hours! We are looking for help throughout the week Monday-Sunday 10-4. All ages and group sizes welcomed; under 16 must come with parents. Tools available but welcomed to bring your own. Contact Pat at 610-797-2121 or info@museumofindianculture.org(please make sure you fill out a request to volunteer form and rubric form)

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

July 2020 Opportunities




ALLENTOWN AREA ECUMENICAL FOOD PANTRY needs volunteers Monday, Thursday and Friday, and an occasional Tuesday. Volunteers will pack groceries 12PM -2/2:30pm into 2 bags each for the number of clients who have come that day. Everyone must wear a mask. Call Vanessa, 610-821-1332, aaefb1978@gmail.com

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NEW BETHANY MINISTRIES, Bethlehem is seeking volunteers who will commit to a recurring daily, weekly or monthly schedule to help prepare and package hot meals for weekday curbside lunches. Hours are 9:30am - 12 noon. Call Marc Rittle, 610-691-5602 ext.205, jmrittle@newbethanyministries.org.

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VOLUNTEER CENTER OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY, Bethlehem is recruiting high school students entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade for their goLEAD Youth Leadership Program which will take place from 9am-3pm on Monday, July 13 to Friday, July 17. This program helps participants develop critical leadership skills via a virtual series while preparing a capstone service project. Applications may be found on www.volunteerlv.org/go-LEAD and must be submitted by June 26.

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WHITEHALL-COPLAY HUNGER INITIATIVE needs 8 volunteers (min age 16 with parent) every Wednesday 12 noon -1 pm starting on June 17 at our pantry at St John's Lutheran Church, Whitehall, to unload the food from our truck from Second Harvest Food Bank and then reload our truck for our Coplay food distribution. We have an efficient production line. You do need to wear a face mask. Call Shari Noctor, 610-730-8067, Shari@sharinoctor.com.