Friday, May 7, 2021

May 2021 Community Service Volunteer Opportunities

 



BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LEHIGH VALLEY 
is looking for compassionate and energetic volunteers to become ‘Bigs’ for youth ages seven (7) to sixteen (16) in Lehigh and Northampton County. Our matches typically meet twice a month and can participate in activities that they are most interested in. Orientation, interview, references, and clearances required, and a commitment to being matched with your Little for at least one year. Contact Darby Keller, dkeller@bbbslv.org.

 
CAMELOT FOR CHILDREN, Allentown
 is looking for adults and teens (min age 14, or 6 with adult) 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays from June 21 to July 30th for our six-week day camp. You will help us create the magic of childhood for special needs kids and their siblings with crafts, activities, special guest entertainment, and enjoy the playground and splash pad located on the campus. Masks and other COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Contact Emily Werner, 610-791-5683, emily@camelotforchildren.org.

HISPANIC CENTER OF LEHIGH VALLEY, Bethlehem 
seeks hardworking volunteers to assist with donation deliveries to the food pantry. On Fridays, volunteers would go to Sam’s Club collection site if needed, load the van, unload donations at the Center, count, and record quantities of donations, and organize food on shelves so it is ready for distribution. On the third Thursday of the month, we receive a delivery from the Food Bank where the same process occurs. Must be able to lift 25–30-pound boxes of food and willing to spend 2-3 hours working hard. Contact Diana Sanchez, 610-868-7800, ext. 245, diana.sanchez@sluhn.org.
 
HISTORIC BETHLEHEM MUSEUMS & SITES 
is seeking Gallery volunteers and Tour guides at the Kemerer Museum and Moravian Museum to lead guests through the museum while offering a lively and educational experience, and to answer visitors’ questions. Guides should be comfortable talking to visitors of all ages and will receive training to provide a high-quality tour experience. Shifts are 3-4 hours long and two shifts per month are requested. Contact Molly McLaughlin, 610-691-6055, mmclaughlin@historicbethlehem.org.




Camp Counselors Needed

The Center for Animal Health and Welfare
is looking for Camp Counselors to work for paid or volunteer positions. If you have experience and enjoy working with kids we really could use your help. 
Camp Pawsome will be held on four consecutive weeks, starting the first week of July and running to the end of July. Dates are listed below (see Camp Pawsome flyer) and the camp counselor's hours are 8am to 4pm, (Monday through Friday). Camp start time is 9am.

Ideally, we are looking for one counselor per ten children enrolled so we expect to need two counselors per week. If you or someone you know is interested in applying please click the email button at the bottom of the page (below Camp Pawsome flyer) to contact us.

A typical week consists of the following activities:
9:15 to 10 - Shelter tour or shelter care activities
10 to 11 - Shelter care Con't or art activity
11 to 12 - Guest speaker or art/craft activity con't
12 to 12:30 Lunch
12:30 to 1:30 - kickball or gameplay
1:30 to 2:30 - art/craft or guest speaker or activity
2:30 to 3:30 - Animal interaction time
3:30 to 4 wrap up/review and snacks and water

There also plans for a one-day excursion to the Lehigh Valley Zoo (typically on a Thursday).
Guest speakers have included: Lehigh Valley Therapy Dogs talks with staff members talks with Veterinarians, K9 officers, AFT Dog Training, and more...

Send an email to: cahwvolunteercoordinator@rcn.com

With a title: I'm interested in becoming a Camp Pawsome Counselor

Add this information to your email 

My Name:

My Experience:

Weeks available to be a counselor:




It's that time!

Celtic Cultural Alliance is looking for VOLUNTEERS!

Please use the following link for more information and to register. Also if you are interested there is a link for scholarship information!

Our website is: https://www.celticfest.org/volunteer-now/

 

This year, we are offering our $500 volunteer scholarship to a student who volunteers at Celtic Classic for 12 hours during that weekend and completes the scholarship application.  One student will be chosen from the applications received by a panel of judges.

 

https://www.celticfest.org/celtic-cultural-scholarships/





FRIENDS OF JOHNSTON, Bethlehem 

Needs help at Camel's Hump Farm Nature Education Center 9am- 1:00pm Saturday and Sunday mornings. We have projects for all ages and ranges of abilities! Dress for the weather- wear a mask, gloves, and boots. Bring a drink and snack. Minimum age 13 or 5 with adult supervision. Contact Victoria Bastidas, 484-241-6117, victoriabastidas01@gmail.com.



ST. LUKE’S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK 

Needs YOUR help! We are currently seeking volunteers at all campus locations to assist in our hospital lobbies as a volunteer escort, assisting with wayfinding, delivering items to various areas in the hospital, and other support. 

Minimum age 14. Visit our website www.slhn.org/volunteerNOW or call 484-526-4600, option 2.



BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS LEHIGH VALLEY 

is looking for compassionate and energetic volunteers to become ‘Bigs’ for youth ages seven (7) to sixteen (16) in Lehigh and Northampton County. Our matches typically meet twice a month and can participate in activities that they are most interested in. Orientation, interview, references, and clearances required, and a commitment to being matched with your Little for at least one year. 

Contact Darby Keller dkeller@bbbslv.org.
    

 
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF THE LEHIGH VALLEY RESTORE, Whitehall

is always in need of eager, willing, and excited volunteers to help with accepting donations, cleaning, organization, and customer service 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 

Contact Gina Loiacono, 610-776-7737, gina@habitatlv.org.

 
HISPANIC CENTER OF LEHIGH VALLEY, Bethlehem 

seeks hardworking volunteers to assist with donation deliveries to the food pantry. On Fridays, volunteers would go to Sam’s Club collection site if needed, load the van, unload donations at the Center, count, and record quantities of donation, and organize food on shelves so it is ready for distribution. On the third Thursday of the month, we receive a delivery from the Food Bank where the same process occurs. Must be able to lift 25–30-pound boxes of food and willing to spend 2-3 hours working hard. 

Contact Diana Sanchez, 610-868-7800, ext. 245, diana.sanchez@sluhn.org.


 
HISTORIC BETHLEHEM MUSEUMS & SITES 

is seeking Gallery volunteers and Tour guides at the Kemerer Museum and Moravian Museum to lead guests through the museum while offering a lively and educational experience, and to answer visitors’ questions. Guides should be comfortable talking to visitors of all ages and will receive training to provide a high-quality tour experience. Shifts are 3-4 hours long and two shifts per month are requested. 

Contact Molly McLaughlin, 610-691-6055, mmclaughlin@historicbethlehem.org.
 
Volunteers Needed!
I'm looking for rising Juniors or Seniors from FHS or LHS who have some/or experience in Video Editing & Filming. Students who are interested in filming and editing an important event on August 23, 2021, for the Community Service Office 

please contact: Ms. Cruz via email
acruz@basdschools.org
This opportunity is limited


FRIENDS OF JOHNSTON, Bethlehem 

Needs help at Camel's Hump Farm Nature Education Center 9am- 1:00pm Saturday and Sunday mornings. We have projects for all ages and ranges of abilities! Dress for the weather- wear a mask, gloves, and boots. Bring a drink and snack. Minimum age 13 or 5 with adult supervision. Contact Victoria Bastidas, 484-241-6117, victoriabastidas01@gmail.com.



LEHIGH COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY, Allentown 

Needs volunteers to assist office staff with computer tasks as well as various small projects. Proficiency in any of these programs is helpful - DonorSnap, SquareSpace, Adobe Suite, Google Suite, and Microsoft Excel. Sign up on our website www.lehighcountyhumanesociety.org or contact Steph Skyroitis, 610-797-1205, steph@lehighhumane.org


MARVINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS

We need your help with spreading mulch around the property after school hours (a little bit each day). We have wheelbarrows and other tools to help. 

For more information please contact :

César A. Córdova Collao
Community School Coordinator
or
Mr. Eric Fontanez
School Principal

610-865-0012 x16815



NEW BETHANY MINISTRIES, Bethlehem - 

Please join us to make POPPIES OF REMEMBRANCE /LANTERNS OF HOPE kits for a new community fundraiser in partnership with Musikfest. Meet at the Visitor Center at SteelStacks, Ruins Parking Lot 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 6/7, 6/8, 6/21, 6/22, OR 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on 6/7, 6/8. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs of sand unassisted to fill bags and place candles. Kit-making will be held outdoors under a tent, rain or shine. Social distancing and face masks will be required. Minimum Age 15, or 10 with an adult. Contact Denise O'Connor, 610-691-5602 ext. 201, doconnor@newbethanyministries.org
 


NATIONAL MUSEUM OF INDUSTRIAL HISTORY, Bethlehem 

is seeking Gallery Guides that will engage with visitors to provide a welcome/orientation, answer questions and oversee the visitor experience in our indoor and outdoor exhibit spaces. Also, as a Docent, volunteers will have the chance to deepen your knowledge of our rich industrial heritage and share it with visitors by leading guided tours of our indoor and outdoor exhibit spaces. Weekday and weekend shifts available. Contact Visitor Services, 610-694-6644, info@nmih.org.



LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO, Schnecksville 

is open 7 days a week from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Nov-Mar) and 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Apr-Oct). We offer long & short-term volunteer opportunities for those (minimum age 13) interested in wildlife conservation. Masks and other COVID-19 protocols will be followed. For information on our Docent program, and our Crafts & Activities, Zoo Clean, and Special Events teams, contact Katie Lerch, 610-799-4171 ext. 241, klerch@lvzoo.org.


ST. LUKE’S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK 

Needs YOUR help! We are currently seeking volunteers at all campus locations to assist in our hospital lobbies as a volunteer escort, assisting with wayfinding, delivering items to various areas in the hospital, and other support. 

Minimum age 14. Visit our website www.slhn.org/volunteerNOW or call 484-526-4600, option 2.


CAMELOT FOR CHILDREN, Allentown 

is looking for adults and teens (min age 14, or 6 with adult) 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Tuesdays & Thursdays from June 21 to July 30th for our six-week day camp. You will help us create the magic of childhood for special needs kids and their siblings with crafts, activities, special guest entertainment, and enjoy the playground and splash pad located on the campus. Masks and other COVID-19 protocols will be followed. Contact Emily Werner, 

Lehigh Valley Youth for Christ

NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

We are looking for 6-8 teens to help the weeks of April 18th-May 24th. 

Weekday evening 5:30-7:30

 Weekends on Saturday 9:30am-11:30

It would be helping serve meals, repaint some spaces, and write letters to people in the nursing homes. If you are interested please contact: Mr. Timothy Gray at  tgray@yfclv.org