THIS WEEK’S VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES IN THE LEHIGH VALLEY

CENTER FOR CAREER PATHWAYS & LITERACY, Allentown is looking for tutors interested in working with adult students to complete their GED, increase literacy skills, and learn English. Tutors are needed in Math, Science, Social Studies, and Language Arts. Tutor 3 hours a week with a flexible schedule and materials are provided. Orientation held on Wednesday 2/3 at 1pm and Thursday 2/4 at 6pm. Call Allison Ludlow, 610-799-1216, volunteertutor@lccc.edu.

EQUI-LIBRIUM, INC., Nazareth, a non-profit organization that provides therapeutic horsemanship activities for people with disabilities, needs volunteers (18+ years) to help with on-going maintenance such as fence repair, brush and tree management, lawn mowing, and small building repair. Call Yvonne Darlington, 610-365-2266, volunteercoordinator@equi-librium.org

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY LV RESTORE, Whitehall will be re-mixing latex paint to create new recolor latex paint product for sale at our ReStore. Volunteers are needed to assist with sorting colors, opening paint cans mixing paint, dispensing new paint, and labeling cans. Dates are Tuesday 1/19 and Thursday 1/21 at 10am-3pm both days. Call Camille Urbano, 610-776-7737, Camille@habitatlv.org.

MEALS ON WHEELS of LEHIGH COUNTY, Allentown needs volunteers (18+ years) to deliver meals to homebound clients by either driving a route or taking meals in to the clients. Openings are available Monday through Friday on a weekly, monthly, or substitute basis; Slatington area has openings on Fridays. Start time is 11am and routes take on hour to two hours to complete. Trainings scheduled Monday 1/18 @10:30am; Thursday 1/21 @10:30am; Tuesday 1/26 @1:30pm. Call Dawn Stillwagen, 610-398-2563, dstillwagen@mealsonwheelslc.org.

PINEBROOK FAMILY ANSWERS, Allentown – Compeer of the Lehigh Valley is always in need of adult volunteers to match in one-on-one friendships with adults in mental health recovery. Volunteers are trained and then matched with same-gender Compeer members. Matches and training are based on each volunteer’s availability. Call Vicky Conte, 610-774-1450, vconte@pbfalv.org.

SACRED HEART HOSPITAL, Allentown is seeking volunteers for their busy Volunteer Department. Help with tasks such as delivering flowers and mail to patients and assisting patients and staff. Training is provided and all shifts are available. Call Beth Fogel, 610-776-5413, bfogel@shh.org

TABOR SERVICES, INC., Bethlehem & Allentown is seeking volunteers to join their team of mentors for Lehigh County children. Mentors should have a variety of interests and enjoy spending time with children eating out, going to arcades, bowling, visiting museums, and just having fun by putting the child’s interests first. This opportunity requires an interview, 3 hour training, 2 hours per week to spend with mentee, and a 1 year minimum commitment to build a relationship. Call Nykea Alvarez-Macey, 610-739-0524, Nykea.alvarez-macey@tabor.org.

UNITED WAY OF THE GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY, Allentown is in search of a Social Media Intern or Office Volunteer (age 18+ years) to assist with their Social Media Campaigns. Should have experience using Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn for business and/or non-profit marketing purposes, and an interest in furthering their knowledge of marketing campaigns using social media. Approximately 5-10 hours of work is available between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. Work must be done in United Way offices. Call Mary Terp, 610-807-5712, MaryT@unitedwayglv.org.

AMERICA ON WHEELS, Allentown needs volunteers (age 16+) for Gift Shop/Admissions Assistant (handling cash register required) and Museum Tour Guides to meet/greet visitors and share the museum’s story. Training will be provided. Gift Shop/Admissions Assistant needed weekdays and weekends 10am-1pm or 1pm-4pm. Hours for tour guides vary. Call Liz Hahn, 610-432-4200 x10, fund_development@americaonwheels.org.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY LV RESTORE, Whitehall – assist with receiving product donations, merchandising and providing excellent customer service. No previous experience is required. Volunteers are needed for four hour shifts 10:00am to 4:00pm on Tues. and 10:00am to 6:00pm Wed. – Sat. Training provided. Minimum age 16. Contact Camille Urbano, 610-776-7737, camille@habitatlv.org

LEHIGH VALLEY ZOO, Schnecksville is looking for individuals (14+ years) or groups to volunteer in Education, Administration, Guest Services, Horticulture, and Maintenance. Flexible scheduling allows for volunteering at your pace. We ask for a commitment of time, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude. In return we offer a really wild time with the benefits of expanding your knowledge while providing a rewarding experience in a warm and sometimes fuzzy environment.   Call Timmi Fiske, 610-799-4171, tfiske@lvzoo.org.

LUKE’S UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK, Bethlehem is looking for people interested in making an impact and helping brighten the day of their patients, staff, and visitors. Make a difference by volunteering for the Bethlehem Campus Information Desk, OR Waiting Rooms, Volunteer Escort Service, or as a Patient Advocate. Call 484-526-4600 or visit www.slhn.org/volunteerNOW to learn more!SHARECARE FAITH IN ACTION, Bethlehem needs volunteers to assist clients in Lehigh and Northampton counties to improve the quality of life and promote independence by helping elderly and disabled clients with various caregiving services. If you can spare just 2 hours a month, you can make a difference. Flexible schedules and mileage reimbursement are offered. Call Lynn Marie Heiney, 610-867-2177, ShareCare8@aol.com.

THE GRESS MOUNTAIN RANCH, Orefield needs hardy winter volunteers to care for the animals and help with grounds maintenance. Hands on training will be provided along with an orientation to be scheduled at your convenience. Call Kathryn Gress, 610-398-2122, gressranch@gmail.com.

THE PERFECT FIT, Allentown is looking for fashion-savvy volunteers to help low-income women choose appropriate and professional outfits. Should love working with people; have patience, enthusiasm, and a love of fashion and how it can positively impact and empower women. Other duties include sorting, tagging clothing donations, and keeping boutique organized and appealing. Light lifting required, must be able to stand for approx. 3 hours, and be knowledgeable about current style and business casual clothing trends. Call Heidi Lennick, 610-871-5060, manager@theperfectfit.org

CEDARBROOK NURSING HOMES, Allentown and Fountain Hill are looking for in-house transporters to take residents appointments and activities, play pinochle with residents and evening and weekend volunteers at both facilities. Also needed is a volunteer to trace simple patterns/pictures on fabric for Liquid Embroidery group. Please check your calendars to see if you have just 2 hours one day a week to help out. Call Kerry Magliane, 610-336-5684, kerrymagliane@lehighcounty.org.

COMMUNITY BIKE WORKS, Allentown needs “Earn-a-Bike” instructors for children ages 9-17. Volunteers will mentor and assist children in repairing bicycles. Commitment is one weeknight 6-8pm for 12 weeks. No experience necessary. Training provided. Call James Williams, 610-434-1140, james@communitybikeworks.org.

GRACEDALE NURSING HOME, Nazareth needs volunteers to transport residents to appointments and activities within the facility. Volunteers help support Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Beauty Shop, and Activities Departments. Days and time slots available; all inquiries welcome! Must complete application and interview, TB test, and Criminal History Record Check along with an orientation and training session. TB Test and Criminal History Record Check conducted at Gracedale free of charge. Call Michael Colon, 610-746-5248, mcolon@northamptoncounty.org.

LEHIGH COUNTY SPECIAL OLYMPICS, Allentown has several volunteer opportunities: Competition Coordinator, Newsletter Coordinator, Training Coordinators, Volunteer Coordinator, and Artistic Gymnastic Coach. Monthly management team meeting during fall, winter, and spring must be attended. Training provided. Call Harry Schwartz, 814-574-4924, lehighcountyso@hotmail.com.

MEALS ON WHEELS OF NORTHAMPTON COUNTY, Bethlehem is seeking meal delivery volunteers (18+years) in the Easton area. Volunteer as little as twice each month or daily, according to your availability. Volunteers must possess a valid driver’s license and have car insurance. Application process includes criminal background check, orientation, and ride along with our on-the-road trainer. Call Janet Soos, 610-691-1030 x18, janets@mealsonwheelspa.org.

MILLER-KEYSTONE BLOOD CENTER needs Canteen Attendants (age 18+) in our Bethlehem and Allentown locations. Canteen attendants monitor blood donations after their donations, ensure donors are feeling well before leaving the site, and serve drinks/snacks to our donors. Times: Bethlehem-Wed. and Thurs. 5:30-8:30pm; Allentown –Thurs. 5:30-8:30pm, and Sat. 7-10am.   Call Janice Brown, 610-691-5850, jbrown@giveapint.org.

NORTHEAST MINISTRY, Bethlehem is in great need of tutors for their After School Homework Club held Monday through Thursday from 3-5:30pm during the school year. Tutors assist with homework, provide reading support, and work on basic math skills. Tutors are needed daily, and can participate as often as the program meets. Call Paula Johnson, 610-691-3355, johnsonp@northeastministry.com.

SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK, Nazareth is in need of volunteers to help sort donations so items can be distributed to those in need. Help is needed 7am-2:30pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and 7am-12pm on Fridays. Volunteers will be trained upon arrival at their first shift. Call Maria Arcelay, 484-287-4015, shfb-info@caclv.org.

The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley has been connecting volunteers with the needs of the Lehigh Valley community for over 25 years. The organization’s mission is to engage the community to care for one another through volunteerism.

As the premier resource on volunteerism for the Lehigh Valley and surrounding communities, The Volunteer Center focuses on four main areas of volunteerism: Recruitment, Placement, Recognition, and Training. The Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley is affiliated nationally with The Points of Light Foundation, Hands On Network, and the Corporation for National & Community Service, and is a member of the following organizations: Volunteer Centers of Pennsylvania, the State Commission Advisory Board for Citizen Service, Keystone Service Coalition, United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley, and Society of Volunteer Administrators of the Lehigh Valley.

As an example of the impact the Volunteer Center has on the community, in 2012, they recruited, matched, recognized and trained 17,000 volunteers. Of those, 5,000 were youth volunteers. These volunteers saved Lehigh Valley agencies and the community more than $47.5 million. The Volunteer Center collaborates with more than 50 area corporations and 450 Lehigh Valley agencies to create educational and human service partnerships to enhance and enrich the Lehigh Valley community.

Contact the 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.