VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Assist with literacy activities in a kindergarten or first grade classroom in the Allentown School District one hour per week or more. Clearances and attendance at an orientation session required. The next orientation of the 2022-23 school year is hosted by Allentown School District Foundation and will be held 1-2 p.m. Feb. 21 at Hays Elementary School. Pre-registration required by Feb. 20. Contact Vicki Newhard, 484-765-4121, newhardv@ allentownsd.org.
Volunteering at the Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor is a great way to learn more about local history, stay active on the D&L Trail, and/or meet new people at community events.
The DLNHC will be hosting a Volunteer Fair 11 a.m. March 4 and will be providing updated information about the organization, recruiting for upcoming volunteer opportunities, and sharing important dates for the year. Contact Anna Kristjansen, 610-923-3548, outreachcoordinator@ delawareandlehigh.org.
Flint Hill Farm needs a person or persons who are skilled in carpentry and painting to make horse run-in sheds ready for the spring. Each shed at Flint Hill Farm Educational Center is only one story and easily accessible with a small step ladder. It is preferable to get a move on the sheds prior to higher temperatures due to the movement of bees and wasps. Contact Kathy Fields, 610-838-2928, kfields1922@gmail.com.
To ensure that K9 units have support, equipment, or finances needed to execute the critical operations they are tasked with every day,
K9 Kop Project needs a virtual grant writer who can assist them by applying for grants for on-going and new projects for K9 officers. They have a list of available grant opportunities sent to them monthly. Contact Vickie Richards, 443-851-3658, k9kopproject@gmail.com.
Join the Lehigh Valley
Zoo Volunteer Program. Located in Schnecksville, LV Zoo is open all year from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. November-March and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April-October. They need volunteers to help further their mission of conservation and education as a docent, crafts & activities volunteer, Zoo Clean team member, or other positions. Minimum age 13. Contact Katie Lerch, 610-799-4171m ext. 241, klerch@lvzoo.org.
Help play a vital role in maintaining the blood supply for the community where you live.
Miller-Keystone Blood Center has many volunteer opportunities available throughout the communities it serves and at its donor centers in Allentown, Bethlehem and Easton. Someone needs to give out the snacks with a smile while monitoring the donors and making sure they are doing well after donating. Why not you? Contact Tammy Taylor, 610-926-6060, ext. 1103, ttaylor@giveapint.org.
Great opportunity for companies, groups, families, or individuals to volunteer
for The Salvation Army Children’s Services’ Rock N Run 5K, 10K, and Kids’ Fun Run May 13 at Coca-Cola Park. Have a blast while helping children impacted by foster care. Lots of different jobs are available, from course marshal to food service to cheering section. Also looking for prep help May 11 and 12. Contact Emily Anthony, 610-821-7706, emily.anthony@use.salvationarmy.org.
Looking for a fun and engaging activity with
friends? Why not become a Zoellner Arts Center volunteer usher?
Volunteer on a show-to-show basis, mostly nights and weekends. Responsibilities include greeting patrons, scanning tickets, assisting patrons to their seats, and being trained on the center’s safety and evacuation protocols. There will be standing for extended periods of time, one-two hours, and the ability to move freely up and down stairs is preferred. Contact Robin Perry, 610-758-5453, rbp220@lehigh.edu.