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As one of the nation’s top-performing local United Ways, volunteers are the key to our success. Volunteering has many benefits:
- Improve your physical and mental health
- Learn new skills and find a sense of purpose
- Nurture new and existing relationships
AmeriCorps
Participate in extended volunteer placements as part of this national service team.
United Way Day of Caring
Sign up for the community’s largest, single-day volunteer effort.
Day of Caring
More than 700 volunteers United to complete 3,500 hours of community service at over 40 area nonprofits during United Way Day of Caring. Together, volunteers made a $98,000 impact as part of the region’s largest single-day community service initiative. Day of Caring is presented by Crayola in partnership with the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley.
“Our company culture is focused on fostering a giving spirit and helping others. When we work together, the effect is a win-win-win that improves the lives of all involved.“
Rich Wuerthele
Crayola President and CEO
In the News
United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and Local Labor Unions Commemorate 25 Years of TeenWorks™ Impact
Honoring exceptional community service projects and recognizing TeenWorks’ outstanding contributions to the Lehigh Valley community through annual awards.
United Way AmeriCorps VISTAs and members volunteer at area nonprofits in honor of MLK Day of Service
Each year, UWGLV AmeriCorps VISTAs and members participate in projects at our nonprofit agencies in honor of MLK.