VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Bethlehem Emergency Sheltering is partnering with the Bethlehem Area Public Library to provide information for people who are experiencing homelessness, risk of homelessness, or who need resources. Computer savvy volunteers will input guest info into a software database and search for appropriate resources any weekday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and relay information in written form and verbally. Contact Maria Shior, 484-602-5505, mshior@bes-inc.org.
The K9 Kop Project’s mission is to purchase equipment, services, training and/or K9’s for Officers who protect us in our communities through fundraising efforts that include exciting basket raffles. Become a Basket Raffle Outreach Volunteer. Your charisma and passion can help them secure fantastic donations from local businesses. All baskets and gift certificates to be turned in or scheduled for pick up by April 30. Contact Vickie Richards, 443-851-3658, k9kopproject@gmail.com.
Lehigh Valley Auto Dealers Association is seeking community volunteers to staff the 2024 Lehigh Valley Auto Show for fourhour shifts. The show is scheduled for March 21 through March 24 at Stabler Athletic & Convocation Center. All functions are indoors. Volunteers are provided with a T-shirt, snacks and free parking. Contact Rebecca Shoemaker, 610-217-3570, rbshoemaker@icloud.com.
Calling all animal lovers! Volunteers are needed for cat care and socialization, dog walkers, small animal (rabbit and guinea pig) care, laundry, dishwashing and maintenance related duties at the Lehigh Valley Humane Society, Allentown. Minimum age 14. Contact Lee Ferguson, 610-797-1205, ext. 307, lee@lehighhumane.org.
Fowler Literacy Center at ProJeCt of Easton is now accepting volunteer applications for the position of Test Proctor. Volunteers will ensure a controlled testing environment that will allow test-takers to perform to the very best of their abilities for the CASAS test and/or the GED. Training required. Time commitment: 2-10 hours per week. Contact Morgan McKay, 610-2584361, ext. 18, development@projecteaston.org.
Sights for Hope is seeking volunteers to work with staff to administer vision-screening tests for preschool and Kindergarten age children in Lehigh or Northampton County. Reliable transportation to screening sites is necessary. Training provided. Minimum age 21. Contact Rita Lang, 610-433-6018, rita@sightsforhope.org.
The Lehigh Valley is facing a critical shortage of safe, loving foster homes for children and teens. Foster parents have the incredible opportunity to welcome a child or children into your home and provide them with love and security for as long as they need. The Salvation Army Foster Care & Adoption Services provides a high level of training and support to prepare you for the unique needs of children in care. Contact Emily Anthony, 610-821-7706, emily.anthony@use.salvationarmy.org.
Whitehall Historical Preservation Society needs volunteers to assist with basic maintenance projects and general cleaning both inside and outside, weather permitting, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Feb. 18. Assistance is also needed to help monitor tours of the property. Contact Alice Lieberman, 610-776-7280, WHSP@verizon.net.
Go to www.volunteerlv.org for a larger listing of volunteer opportunities or contact them at 610-8070336, vc@volunteerlv.org for information.