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United Way of Susquehanna County - REAL Men Read

Volunteer reading program that brings in MENtors and MENtor Assistants from Susquehanna County to read to kindergarten students for one hour each month to help foster early literacy. At the end of each reading visit students receive a copy of the book read to add to their own personal library.

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Volunteer Opportunities

BSST Area Agency On Aging - Senior Companion Program

Provides assistance to older adults with various health issues or those who need companionship. Supports socialization, helps prepare lunch, play a game, read, or accompany senior to events or appointments. Senior companions are matched with clients according to needs, abilities, and distance.

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In Home Respite Care
Volunteer Opportunities
Friendly Visiting

Columbia Christmas Ladies - Christmas Meal

Provides a free take out only Christmas meal to older adults (no children). Includes turkey, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, vegetables and dessert.

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Christmas Meals
Volunteer Opportunities

Habitat for Humanity - Low Cost Building Materials/Supplies, Allegheny County

Sells used construction and building materials at low prices, with a focus on home improvement items such as furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances. Accepts donations and arranges for pick ups. Volunteer opportunities available for individuals and groups.

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Donation Pickups
Clothes Dryers
Low Cost Building Materials/Supplies
Volunteer Opportunities
Stoves
Refrigerators
Washing Machines
General Appliance Provision

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster County - Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County

Provides comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and their children including: - Emergency shelter - 24-hour telephone hotline - Crisis-oriented counseling, both on-site and off-site (by request to victims in rural Lancaster County) - Individual and group counseling for victims - A free, limited, on-site health clinic operated by a licensed Nurse Practitioner (available to residents and their dependent children) - Domestic Violence Legal Clinic (DVLC), located at 35 East Orange Street Lancaster, which provides legal assistance to victims of domestic violence - Bridge Housing Program, a 10 apartment transitional facility for former shelter residents, providing additional housing for up to 12 months. - Community Education: Presentations and training in the area of domestic violence are provided to agencies, schools, business, church and civic

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Domestic Violence Support Groups
Domestic Violence Hotlines
Volunteer Opportunities
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Prevention
Spouse/Intimate Partner Abuse Counseling

Your Safe Haven - Direct Service Advocates

Provides volunteer opportunities and training.

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Volunteer Opportunities

After-the-Bell - After School Program

Provides an after-school program with learning experiences in a supervised environment. Students are provided a snack, participate in engaging activities, and are offered a bus ride home. Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions offered.

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Youth Enrichment Programs
Extended Child Care
Volunteer Opportunities

ServErie - Neighborhood Renewal

Provides community renewal program in the community through acts and services. Partners with all the organization within and surrounding a certain area to connect those residents to the resources they need or would otherwise not have access to. Assists with exterior code compliance issues, service projects for residents, connect those residents with agencies for emergency needs.

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Community Development Corporations
Volunteer Opportunities

Lititz United Methodist Church - Open Door Clothing Bank

Outreach ministry of the Lititz United Methodist Church. Store-like setting offering gently used and some new clothing at no cost to anyone who needs clothing.

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General Clothing Provision
General Clothing Donation Programs
Volunteer Opportunities

Central Westmoreland Habitat for Humanity - Mortgages

Offers mortgages to qualified low-income residents of the service area.

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Low Income Home Loans

Prince of Peace Center - Crisis Intervention

Provides emotional and financial support for those in crisis. Assessment conducted by crisis specialists to determine client needs. Provides eviction and utility termination assistance and referrals to other in-house services. Assistance is based on available funding.

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Electric Service Payment Assistance
Gas Service Payment Assistance
Water Service Payment Assistance
Heating Fuel Payment Assistance

Blessed Virgin Mary Church and Parish, Darby - Saint Vincent de Paul Society Food Distribution Program

Provides food for many people each month.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Food Pantries

JFT Recovery and Veterans Support Services - Coffee Shop

Operates a coffee shop. Provides a place for people to go, hang out, congregate, etc. Offers volunteer opportunities.

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Drop In Centers
Peer to Peer Networking
Eating Establishments
Volunteer Opportunities

Penn State Cooperative Extension - South Central - Volunteer Opportunities

Seeks volunteers to provide training and care for the horses and help the riders learn to care for their horses before and after they ride.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Library System of Lancaster County - Manheim Township Public Library

Provides an array of public library services. Additional services at this location programs: - Adult book discussion groups - Art and other special exhibits - Houses both classical and contemporary print and electronic media collections - Informal socialization and formal learning-oriented programs such as book/film/music/genealogy/travel clubs, job search assistance, language classes, research paper/homework help/tutoring, research skills development, test preparation, computer classes - Outside book-drop for after hours returns

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Meeting Space
Passports
Volunteer Opportunities
Public Access Computers/Tools
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction
Libraries
Youth Enrichment Programs

Midwest Food Bank of Pennsylvania - Food Bank

Gathers food donations and distributes them to partnering food pantries and feeding programs. The food is given at no cost, with the agreement that it will be distributed free of charge to those in need. Offers volunteer opportunities.

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Food Banks/Food Distribution Warehouses
Volunteer Opportunities

Meadville Medical Center - Medical Assistance Transportation

Offers rides that are available to medical appointments within Crawford, Erie, Mercer, Warren and Venango Counties for county residents. Mileage reimbursement is available if consumers have access to a vehicle. Volunteers to assist patients to medical appointments are needed.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation

United Way of Chester County - Community Impact Teams

Provides volunteer opportunities to serve on Community Impact Teams which engage in a range of community improvement activities.

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Charities/Grantmaking Organizations
Volunteer Opportunities

Senior Adult Activities Center of Montgomery County - Meals on Wheels

Provides one hot, and one cold meal, Monday through Friday, to home bound seniors.

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Senior Centers
Volunteer Opportunities
Home Delivered Meals
Wellness Programs

Library System of Lancaster County - Lititz Public Library

Provides an array of public library services. Additional services at this location: - Children's programs such as preschool story times, films, baby lapsit programs, toddler time, sign language story time, dog day story time, chess club, book clubs, a variety of special children's programs and summer learning programs - Community information - Computer tutor - Electronic magnifier available to people with vision problems - Free music concerts sponsored by Susquehanna Bank, daytime and evening programs are offered - Genealogy room with resources - Homebound delivery service - Internet access and technology programs - Opportunities for life-long learning includes books, audio and video cassettes, CDs, DVDs, magazines, local and out-of-town newspapers and telephone books and large print materials for adults - Special programs for youth and adults on history, health, gardening, travel, computers, nutrition, cooking, decorating, outdoor concerts, nature, family movies, crafts, book clubs, discussi

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Meeting Space
Passports
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction
Youth Enrichment Programs
Public Access Computers/Tools
Libraries
Volunteer Opportunities

Boy Scouts of America - Pennsylvania Dutch Council - Boy Scouts of America Lancaster

Offers scouting opportunities for boys, young men and women on five different levels: * Tiger Cubs: A one-year, family-centered program for first grade boys and one or more adult family members. True to its motto: "Search, discover, share," this program stresses fun activities and strengthening family bonds while helping children build confidence and self-esteem. * Cub Scouts: A family-centered program for boys in second through fifth grade. This program capitalizes on a boy's natural interests which fosters self-esteem and teaches cooperation and the meaning of healthy competition through sports, games, crafts, skill building, recognition, camping and fun. * Scouts BSA: A troop and patrol-centered program for boys and girls in sixth grade through senior high school. This program builds self-esteem, resourcefulness, and leadership skills through a blend of outdoor experiences, educational and instructional skills, recognition, value building and fun. * Varsity Scouts: For boys 14-17 years of age.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Scouting Programs

Independent Senior Citizen Resource Centers in York County - Stewartstown Senior Center

Offers the following Senior Center Services: Recreation, socialization, education; Information & referral to area agency on aging caseworker-approved services; Volunteer opportunities; Bi-monthly blood pressure screening; Weekday meal served at 11:30; and free transportation provided to seniors to and from the center. Operates as a cooling station for those who cannot adequately cool their homes or do not have a place to cool down.

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Senior Centers
Extreme Heat Cooling Programs
Congregate Meals/Nutrition Sites

United Way of Southern Alleghenies - Volunteer Development, Recruitment, and Retention

Connects people with volunteer opportunities.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Recruitment/Placement

Delaware County Office of Services for the Aging - Foster Grandparent

Provides volunteer opportunities for individuals age 55 and older to mentor and tutor disadvantaged or disabled youth in a classroom setting, such as daycare centers, Head Start centers, and schools.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Older Adults

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation - Environmental Beautification Program

Operates Adopt-A-Highway, an effective way to reduce the overall cost of litter pick-up in Pennsylvania. Offers volunteer opportunity to clear a two-mile section of state highway two to four times a year. Works to reduce the overall cost of litter pick-up in Pennsylvania.

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Volunteer Opportunities
Environmental Beautification