Needs From: United Way of Lancaster County

Available Dates:

Monday, September 14, 2026 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Friday, September 18, 2026

Times:

Monday & Friday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Wednesday: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Location: Lancaster County Food Hub
812 N. Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603

Project Description

Join the Lancaster County Food Hub Clothing Bank team and help make a direct impact on local families in need. Volunteers will assist with sorting and hanging donated clothing to keep the clothing racks organized, stocked, and ready for community members accessing these important resources.

This project is a great opportunity to support a vital community program while helping ensure donated clothing reaches families throughout Lancaster County.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear their company shirts or Week of Caring shirts for project photos.

Volunteer Details

Number of Volunteers Needed: 3–8 volunteers
Project Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Minimum Age: 18 years old

Volunteer Requirements Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers should be comfortable with standing, sorting, and organizing clothing items. What to Wear

Please wear:

Comfortable clothing Closed-toe, comfortable shoes

This project includes standing tasks, so comfortable footwear is recommended.

Parking and Check-In Information

Parking:
A gravel parking lot is available at:
811 N. Prince Street

Check-In:
Volunteers should meet the project coordinator at the N. Marshall Street entrance, located directly across from the gravel parking lot.

Accessibility and Weather Plan This project is wheelchair accessible. This is an indoor project and will continue as scheduled regardless of weather conditions. About Lancaster County Food Hub

The Lancaster County Food Hub provides essential services and resources to individuals and families in need, including food assistance, clothing support, and community services.

Project Contact:
Alexandra Schramm
Email: aschramm@lcfoodhub.org
Phone: 717-690-8042

Join Lancaster County Food Hub during Week of Caring and help provide organized, accessible clothing resources for neighbors throughout the community.

Dates Available : September 14-18, 2026 (Choose one Date from the time Spand)
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Adamstown Area Library
110 W. Main Street
Adamstown, PA 19501

Project Description

Help enhance the outdoor spaces at Adamstown Area Library through a community beautification project. Volunteers will assist with improving the library grounds by placing donor bricks within mulch beds and helping weed and maintain flower beds.

This project is a great opportunity to support a beloved community resource while helping create a welcoming and beautiful outdoor environment for library visitors.

Volunteer Details

Number of Volunteers Needed: 3–5 volunteers
Project Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Minimum Age: 16 years old

Volunteer Requirements Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome. Gardening experience is helpful but not required. Experience with donor brick placement is beneficial. Volunteers should enjoy working outdoors and helping with light landscaping tasks. What to Wear

Please wear:

Comfortable outdoor clothing Closed-toe shoes suitable for gardening and outdoor work

Additional equipment details will be provided closer to the project date.

Parking and Check-In Information

Parking:
Off-street parking is available at the library.

Adamstown Area Library is located one block west of N. Reading Road in Adamstown and approximately 3 miles north of the Reamstown/Adamstown exit of 222N. Please use the library’s street address for directions.

Check-In:
Volunteers should enter the library and ask for the Library Director at the circulation desk.

Accessibility and Weather Plan This project is wheelchair accessible. In the event of inclement weather, volunteers may either reschedule or transition to an indoor project based on team preference. About Adamstown Area Library

Adamstown Area Library serves as a welcoming community hub, providing resources, programs, and services that connect and support local residents.

Project Contact:
Corinne Brumbach
Email: cbrumbach@adamstownarealibrary.org
Phone: 717-484-4200

Join Adamstown Area Library during Week of Caring and help create a more welcoming and beautiful space for the entire community to enjoy.

Date: Monday, September 14, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Location: Lancaster Science Factory
454 New Holland Ave
Lancaster, PA 17602

Project Description

The Lancaster Science Factory is looking for volunteers to help with a deep cleaning of the Science Factory. Volunteers will likely spend time cleaning the Bubble Lab and helping the team get the facility ready for visitors.

If the weather is nice and everyone is interested, there may also be an opportunity to help with light gardening and weed pulling. Otherwise, the project will take place indoors.

Volunteer NeedsVolunteers Needed: 2–3Minimum Age: 18+Skill Level: All skill levels welcomeWheelchair Accessible: YesProject Duration: 3 hoursWhat to Wear

Please wear comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting messy. Gloves will be provided.

Parking

Please park in the lot next to Quips, across the street from the Lancaster Science Factory.

Volunteer Check-In

When you arrive, please walk inside and ask for Kayla.

Project Contact

Kayla Layng
Lancaster Science Factory
Email: klayng@tlsf.org
Phone: 717-509-6363

OR 

Nicole LaRue 

Lancaster Science Factory 

Email: nlarue@tlsf.org

Phone: (717) 509-6363 x102

Weather Plan

The project will still take place indoors in the event of bad weather.

Come ready to roll up your sleeves and help the Lancaster Science Factory shine.

Help create a clean, safe, and welcoming space for families!

Join Clare House for a meaningful day of service by helping refresh and organize their facility. Volunteers will assist with deep cleaning and organizing to support the daily operations of this important community resource.

Project Date

Tuesday, September 15, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Volunteer Activities

Volunteers will help with:

Deep cleaning the kitchen and common living areasOrganizing supplies in the basementGeneral cleaning and tidyingVolunteer InformationLocation: Clare House, 344 E. Chestnut Street, Lancaster, PA 17602Volunteers Needed: 6–12Age Requirement: 16+ (volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)Experience: No special skills or experience required.What to Wear

Please wear:

Comfortable old clothesSneakers or closed-toe shoesCheck-In

Volunteers should ring the front doorbell upon arrival. A Clare House staff member will greet the group and provide instructions for the day.

Parking

Off-street parking is available.

Available Dates:

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Thursday, September 17, 2026

Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: LUMINA Outreach
Inside Otterbein UMC
20 E Clay Street
Lancaster, PA 17602

Project Description

Help LUMINA Outreach organize and prepare donated resources for community members in need. Volunteers will assist with sorting and organizing donated items, including diapers, craft supplies, and other materials, by placing them neatly onto shelves and helping create a more organized storage space.

This project is a great opportunity to support a growing community resource while helping ensure donations are easy to access and ready to serve those who need them.

Volunteer Details

Number of Volunteers Needed: 3 volunteers
Project Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Minimum Age: 16 years old

Volunteer Requirements Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome. No special experience is required. Volunteers should be comfortable with organizing, sorting, and light lifting tasks. What to Wear and Bring

Please wear:

Comfortable clothing

Additional supplies and equipment needed for building racks will be provided. Masks will also be available for volunteers who would like one.

Parking and Check-In Information

Parking is available in the lot behind the church on Christian Street.

Volunteers should meet the project coordinator at the front entrance upon arrival.

Weather Plan

This is an indoor project and will continue as scheduled.

About LUMINA Outreach

LUMINA Outreach supports the Lancaster community by providing resources and services that help meet the needs of local individuals and families.

Project Contact:
Yaya Rios
Email: yayarios.lumina@gmail.com
Phone: 609-307-0270

Join LUMINA Outreach during Week of Caring and help create an organized, welcoming space that supports community members through donated resources.

Available Dates:

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Thursday, September 17, 2026 Friday, September 18, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM/1:00 PM
Location: Arch Street Center
629 N. Market Street
Lancaster, PA 17603

Project Description

Help Arch Street Center refresh and maintain their facility through a variety of cleanup and improvement projects. Volunteers will assist with painting, yardwork, weeding, general indoor cleaning, and window cleaning to help create a welcoming and well-maintained space for the community.

Depending on the needs of the day, volunteers may work on both indoor and outdoor projects.

A lunch will be provided for volunteers at 12:30 PM.

Volunteer Details

Number of Volunteers Needed: 1–3 volunteers
Project Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours
Minimum Age: 18 years old

Volunteer Requirements No special skills or previous experience are required. Volunteers should be comfortable helping with cleaning, painting, and outdoor maintenance tasks. A willingness to work as part of a team and help where needed is appreciated. What to Wear

Please wear:

Comfortable work clothes that can get dirty Clothing that can safely get paint on it Closed-toe shoes are recommended Parking and Check-In Information

Parking:
Enter 629 N. Market Street into your GPS. This will bring you directly to the Arch Street Center parking lot.

Check-In:
Volunteers should check in at the front door upon arrival.

Accessibility and Weather Plan This project is wheelchair accessible. In the event of bad weather, volunteers will complete indoor cleaning and painting projects. About Arch Street Center

Arch Street Center provides a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals in the community by offering programs, resources, and opportunities that promote connection and dignity.

Project Contact:
Scooter Haase
Email: scooter@archstreetcenter.org
Phone: 717-824-3750

Join Arch Street Center during Week of Caring and help create a cleaner, brighter, and more welcoming space for the community.

Help preserve one of Lancaster's hidden treasures!

Join The Demuth Museum of Art in caring for the beautiful Demuth Garden, a historic space that inspired many of Charles Demuth's famous floral watercolor paintings. Your efforts will help keep this special garden welcoming for visitors from around the world.

Project DatesWednesday, September 16, 2026Saturday, September 19, 2026(Rain Date)

Time: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Volunteer Activities

Volunteers will assist with:

Pulling weedsMowing a small back garden areaParking lot clean-upVolunteer InformationLocation: The Demuth Museum, 120 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602Volunteers Needed: Minimum of 5 (additional volunteers welcome!)Age Requirement: Ages 16+ (volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian)Experience: No gardening experience needed—all skill levels are welcome!

Location: 120 E. King Street Lancaster PA 17602

Contact person: kbudusky@demuth.org

What to Bring

Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor work and bring:

Gardening glovesYour favorite gardening tools (if available)Sunscreen and a hatSafety glasses, long pants, and long sleeves if using string trimmers or other landscaping equipment

The Demuth Museum will provide yard waste bags, water, and additional gardening tools.

Check-In

Volunteers will meet Karen Budusky, Operations Coordinator, in the side garden of The Demuth Museum.

Weather

Light rain will not cancel the project, so please dress for the weather. If severe weather occurs on September 16, the project will take place on Saturday, September 19.

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
128 W. Main Street, Mountville, PA 17554

Join Faith Friendship Villa (FFV) during United Way of Lancaster County’s Week of Caring for Project Save the Villa – Refresh!

Faith Friendship Villa provides safe, supportive housing and personal care for 68 adults living with serious mental illness and intellectual and developmental disabilities. Volunteers will help refresh and improve the spaces our residents call home, creating a welcoming, comfortable, and well-maintained community.

What Will Volunteers Do?

Volunteers may assist with a variety of hands-on projects, including:

Painting interior and exterior spacesLandscaping and outdoor beautificationCleaning and organizing shared spacesPurging and organizingGeneral property improvementsOther projects that help refresh the Villa

No special experience is needed! Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome. Whether you're comfortable with a paintbrush, enjoy organizing, or simply want to lend a helping hand, there’s a way for you to make a difference.

Volunteer Details

Volunteer Team Size: 6–10 volunteers
Age Requirement: 16+
Experience: No experience necessary
Project Length: Approximately 3 hours, with the possibility of extending to 4 hours if needed
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Weather Plan: Both indoor and outdoor projects are available, with interior projects planned in the event of inclement weather.

What to Wear

Please wear:

Closed-toe shoesLong pantsT-shirtsComfortable clothing suitable for hands-on workParking & Check-In

Volunteers may park in the lot in front of the house along Main Street.

Upon arrival, enter the building and a member of the Faith Friendship Villa team will welcome you. Volunteers will receive an orientation, review the available projects, and be divided into teams with a team lead for each project.

Make a Difference at the Villa!

Your time and energy can help transform the spaces that Faith Friendship Villa residents call home. Come ready to roll up your sleeves, work together, and make a visible difference in the FFV community!

Project Contact: Doug Barger
Email:dbarger@faithfriendship.org
Phone: 717-285-5596

Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Brethren Village
3001 Lititz Pike
Lititz, PA 17543

Project Description

Join Brethren Village residents for a meaningful opportunity to provide companionship, conversation, and support. Volunteers will assist residents in skilled care by taking them on a wheelchair walk throughout the Brethren Village campus to visit the Hidden Gardens.

Volunteers will spend time connecting with residents while enjoying a relaxing walk at a comfortable pace. This project is a wonderful way to build relationships, brighten someone’s day, and create meaningful memories through simple acts of kindness.

This project will take place rain or shine. In the event of inclement weather, volunteers will participate in a fun indoor activity with residents.

Volunteer Details

Number of Volunteers Needed: 12–40 volunteers
Project Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Minimum Age: 16 years old
(Younger volunteers may participate with an accompanying adult.)

Volunteer Requirements Volunteers must be physically able to safely push a wheelchair with a resident in it. Volunteers of all skill levels are welcome. A positive attitude and willingness to engage with residents are encouraged. What to Wear

Please wear comfortable clothing and comfortable walking shoes.

Accessibility and Weather Plan This project is wheelchair accessible. Outdoor walk will continue rain or shine when possible. Indoor activity will be provided in case of bad weather. Volunteer Check-In Process

Volunteers will meet the project coordinator at the Brethren Village Welcome Center. Directions and additional instructions will be provided upon arrival.

About Brethren Village

Brethren Village provides a welcoming community focused on enriching the lives of residents through connection, care, and meaningful experiences. Volunteers play an important role in creating moments of joy and companionship for residents.

Project Contact:
Joanna Rudisill
Email: jrudisill@bv.org
Phone: 717-575-5439

Join Brethren Village for a rewarding Week of Caring project and help create meaningful connections with local seniors.

Organization: Clay Street Low Barrier Emergency Shelter
Project Location: Otterbein UMC, 20 E. Clay Street, Lancaster, PA 17603

Project Details

Help give the Clay Street Low Barrier Emergency Shelter a much-needed flooring glow-up! Volunteers will help scrub the shelter's textured floors using broomstick-mounted scrub brushes and soapy water, then mop the floors clean.

Volunteers may also help with other light-duty cleaning projects, such as wiping down walls and organizing storage areas.

Volunteer InformationDate: September 17 or September 19, 2026Start Time: 9:00 AMDuration: Approximately 3 hoursVolunteers Needed: 8–12All skill levels welcomeWheelchair accessibleIndoor project; weather will not affect the projectWhat to Wear

Wear comfortable clothing and bring gloves. All cleaning tools and supplies will be provided.

Parking & Check-In

Parking is available in the lot along the Christian Street side of the building. Street parking is also available.

Volunteers should check in at the parking lot entrance (atrium).

Contact

Chris Eden
Clay Street Low Barrier Emergency Shelter
717-394-3755
pastor@otterbeinlancaster.org

Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: ReUzit on State
1054 S. State Street
Ephrata, PA 17522

Project Description

Join ReUzit on State for a meaningful volunteer experience supporting the daily operations of a nonprofit thrift store. Volunteers will assist with a variety of tasks within processing, retail, and donation receiving areas.

This project provides an opportunity to help organize donations, support store operations, and contribute to a mission-driven organization that benefits the local community.

Volunteer Details

Number of Volunteers Needed: 4–8 volunteers
Project Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Minimum Age: 16 years old

Volunteer Requirements No special skills or previous experience required. Volunteers should be willing to assist where needed and work as part of a team. Tasks may vary based on the needs of the store and donation areas. What to Wear

Please wear:

Modest, comfortable clothing Closed-toe shoes

Please note:

No sleeveless or revealing tops Modest-length shorts are acceptable Yoga pants are acceptable when worn with a longer top Jeans are welcome Parking and Check-In Information

Parking:
Parking is available on-site.

Check-In:
Volunteers should meet June Landis, Volunteer Coordinator, at the Customer Service Desk located at the front of the store.

Accessibility and Weather Plan This project is wheelchair accessible. All volunteer tasks take place indoors and are not dependent on weather conditions. About ReUzit on State

ReUzit on State is a nonprofit thrift store that supports community programs and services through donated goods, volunteer support, and meaningful community connections.

Project Contact:
June Landis
Email: voldev@reuzit.org
Phone: 717-618-2726

Join ReUzit on State during Week of Caring and help support the important work of a local nonprofit while making a positive impact in the community.