VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Support the “Prepare with Pedro” program and save lives presenting emergency preparedness education to youth in school classrooms and other settings. American Red Cross team member roles include presenter, presentation assistant, administrative support and presenter trainer. The 30-45-minute program follows Pedro the Penguin as he learns how to be prepared and take action during an emergency. Contact Danielle Dietze, 570-202-7954, danielle. dietze@redcross.org.
Support an environment of safety, healing, and empowerment
that will equip trafficking victims with the necessary services and programs to follow their pursuit of independence. A Shelter Support Ambassador for ASPIRE is responsible for coordinating activities (arts, crafts, etc.), providing support services (listening, being present, etc.) and assisting with daily chores and preparing meals. Various shifts and overnights available throughout the week. Contact us at 484-548-0181, freedom@ pathtoautonomy.org.
For community members and students who wish to give back,
who want to make a difference in other people’s lives, Lehigh Valley Health Network has numerous volunteer opportunities available throughout the Lehigh Valley. Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking energetic and caring individuals to provide support to the staff and patients, offer wayfinding assistance to guests, help in the gift shops, and offer clerical support. Certified therapy dogs welcomed. Minimum age 16. Contact Ruth Brown, 610-4028898, ruth.brown@lvhn. org.
Our small dogs need love and some social skills,
as well as a daily walk, clean kennels, and fresh water and food.
The dogs at the Lehigh Valley Humane Society in Allentown need attention every morning from 8-11 a.m. Adults only. Contact Steph Skyroitis, 610-7971205, steph@lehighhumane.org.
So that we can continue “To educate, inspire, and celebrate the visual and performing arts in Nazareth and the Lehigh Valley,” consider sharing your grant writing skills for Nazareth Center for the Arts. The successful volunteer grant writer will work alongside the board (also volunteers) to execute fundraising strategies plans. Volunteers would be able to apply for a board position, when available. This position is vital to the continuation of the organization. Contact Jenny Swanker, 484-554-5867, nazaretharts@gmail.com.
St. Luke’s Allentown and Sacred Heart campuses are seeking adult volunteers to join their volunteer team. Help make a difference in your community in a variety of roles including staff and patient support on patient floors, operating room waiting room, infusion center and more. Hospital staff will work with you to match your interests, experiences and skills to opportunities throughout the St. Luke’s network. To get started, go to www.slhn.org/ volunteerNOW. Contact Liz Deck, 484-658-0297, volunteers@sluhn.org.
Interpreters wanted to volunteer for The Whole Life Center food pantry in Easton. Distribution days are the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month. A variety of Latino and Middle Eastern dialects would be very helpful. Volunteers would assist with filling out forms and work with the front desk to help understand and properly meet the needs of the people. Adults only. Contact Donna Lavin, 610-7466405, donna@wholelifectr.org.
No fleas for sale here. The Whitehall Historical Preservation Society needs help with its Fall Flea Market 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 10. Volunteers needed for set-up, parking attendants, food truck coordination, vendor table runners, and other tasks associated with a flea market. Minimum age 16 or 14 with adult. Contact Alice Lieberman, 610-776-7280, whps@ verizon.net.