Needs From: United Way of Lancaster County

Volunteer: Power Packs Project Food distribution volunteer driver

Driver -  A driver will come to the Power Packs warehouse and take already packed Power Packs to a distribution point. We ask that you wear masks at all times while dropping off items.  The number of packs will be approximately 20-50 or more therefore SUV or large vehicles are preferred.  Drivers are needed for the following school sites:

Wednesdays 11:15 am; Fulton Elementary School 225 West Orange Street Lancaster PA 17603 (will switch to Thursdays when students return to in person school attendance)

Wednesdays 1:30 pm; Carter & Mac Rae Elementary School 251 South Prince Street Lancaster PA 17603 (will switch to Thursdays when students return to in person school attendance)

Wednesdays 1: 45 pm; King Elementary School 466 Rockland Street Lancaster PA 17602 (will switch to Thursdays when students return to in person school attendance)

Thursdays 12: 45 pm; Warwick School District; Beck, Bonfield and Kissel Hill Schools

All Power Packs Project volunteers are required to submit an application and background clearances prior to starting your volunteer assignment.

For further information, please contact Annette Rosa-Pabon, Lancaster Region Director; Annette@powerpacksproject.org or 717.615.3784.  

 

 

Agency: Power Packs Project

Driver -  A driver will come to the Power Packs warehouse and take already packed Power Packs to a distribution point. We ask that you wear masks at all times while dropping off items.  The number of packs will be approximately 20-50 or more therefore SUV or large vehicles are preferred.  Drivers are needed for the following school sites:

Wednesdays 11:15 am; Fulton Elementary School 225 West Orange Street Lancaster PA 17603 (will switch to Thursdays when students return to in person school attendance)

Wednesdays 1:30 pm; Carter & Mac Rae Elementary School 251 South Prince Street Lancaster PA 17603 (will switch to Thursdays when students return to in person school attendance)

Wednesdays 1: 45 pm; King Elementary School 466 Rockland Street Lancaster PA 17602 (will switch to Thursdays when students return to in person school attendance)

Thursdays 12: 45 pm; Warwick School District; Beck, Bonfield and Kissel Hill Schools

All Power Packs Project volunteers are required to submit an application and background clearances prior to starting your volunteer assignment.

For further information, please contact Annette Rosa-Pabon, Lancaster Region Director; Annette@powerpacksproject.org or 717.615.3784.  

 

 

Agency: Power Packs Project

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 17601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support Community Action Program (CAP)

Agency: Community Action Program (CAP)

About the Opportunity:
Community Action Program (CAP) is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer tasks are flexible and can include:

Administrative support and organizational assistance

Program or event support

Outreach and community engagement

Other tasks aligned with CAP’s mission

This opportunity is perfect for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to our community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on your availability and interests

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person / Remote / Hybrid (agency will specify)

Address: 601 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Yahya McIntye
Email: ymcintyre@caplanc.org

Sign Up Online:
CAP Volunteer Opportunities

Agency: CAP of Lancaster Head Start

Agency: Community Action Program (CAP)

About the Opportunity:
Community Action Program (CAP) is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer tasks are flexible and can include:

Administrative support and organizational assistance

Program or event support

Outreach and community engagement

Other tasks aligned with CAP’s mission

This opportunity is perfect for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to our community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on your availability and interests

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person / Remote / Hybrid (agency will specify)

Address: 601 S Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Yahya McIntye
Email: ymcintyre@caplanc.org

Sign Up Online:
CAP Volunteer Opportunities

Agency: CAP of Lancaster Head Start

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 17603

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support: New Hope Community Closet

Agency: New Hope Life Ministry / New Hope Community Closet

About the Opportunity:
New Hope Life Ministry’s New Hope Community Closet is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer tasks are flexible and can include a variety of roles, such as:

New Hope Community Closet Volunteer Positions:

Pricing: Inspect, price, and tag clothing according to the pricing chart and weekly color code.

Hanging: Inspect, hang clothes by category (men’s, women’s, children’s), add sizing buttons, and place items on the sales floor after steaming.

Steaming: Remove wrinkles and sterilize clothing with a steamer, then organize on the sales floor.

Electronics: Test donated electronic items to ensure they are in proper working order.

Wall Art: Process and price frames, artwork, and décor, then display on the sales floor.

Receiver: Greet donors and receive donations at the back door.

Housewares: Price and prepare housewares for sale, ensuring cleanliness and completeness.

Entertainment: Process books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl records, board games, and puzzles for the sales floor.

Sorting: Inspect clothing for quality issues and sort into bins for pricing.

Accessories: Process and price hats, gloves, scarves, ties, and baby items for display.

Linens: Process and price linens for the sales floor.

Shoes: Price shoes by category (men’s, women’s, children’s) and organize on the sales floor.

Crafts: Process and price crafting items for sale.

Cleaning: Maintain the sales floor by vacuuming and dusting.

Cashier: Greet customers, operate the register, and organize displays.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on availability and interests

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person (agency will specify)

Address: 128 Townsedge Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Kristy Haefner
Email: store@newhopeministry.info

Agency: New Hope Community Closet

Agency: New Hope Life Ministry / New Hope Community Closet

About the Opportunity:
New Hope Life Ministry’s New Hope Community Closet is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer tasks are flexible and can include a variety of roles, such as:

New Hope Community Closet Volunteer Positions:

Pricing: Inspect, price, and tag clothing according to the pricing chart and weekly color code.

Hanging: Inspect, hang clothes by category (men’s, women’s, children’s), add sizing buttons, and place items on the sales floor after steaming.

Steaming: Remove wrinkles and sterilize clothing with a steamer, then organize on the sales floor.

Electronics: Test donated electronic items to ensure they are in proper working order.

Wall Art: Process and price frames, artwork, and décor, then display on the sales floor.

Receiver: Greet donors and receive donations at the back door.

Housewares: Price and prepare housewares for sale, ensuring cleanliness and completeness.

Entertainment: Process books, DVDs, CDs, vinyl records, board games, and puzzles for the sales floor.

Sorting: Inspect clothing for quality issues and sort into bins for pricing.

Accessories: Process and price hats, gloves, scarves, ties, and baby items for display.

Linens: Process and price linens for the sales floor.

Shoes: Price shoes by category (men’s, women’s, children’s) and organize on the sales floor.

Crafts: Process and price crafting items for sale.

Cleaning: Maintain the sales floor by vacuuming and dusting.

Cashier: Greet customers, operate the register, and organize displays.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on availability and interests

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person (agency will specify)

Address: 128 Townsedge Drive, Quarryville, PA 17566

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Kristy Haefner
Email: store@newhopeministry.info

Agency: New Hope Community Closet

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 17566

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support: Power Packs (Lancaster)

Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support
Agency: Power Packs (Lancaster)

About the Opportunity:
Power Packs is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Administrative support and organizational assistance

Program or event support

Outreach and community engagement

Drivers

Food packers

Other tasks aligned with Power Packs’ mission

This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on your availability and interests

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person / Remote / Hybrid (agency will specify)

Address: 1915 Olde Homestead Ln, Suite 102, Lancaster, PA 17601

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Erika Alicea

Email: Erika@powerpacksproject.org

Sign Up Online (Lancaster): Power Packs Volunteer Opportunities

Agency: Power Packs Project

Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support
Agency: Power Packs (Lancaster)

About the Opportunity:
Power Packs is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Administrative support and organizational assistance

Program or event support

Outreach and community engagement

Drivers

Food packers

Other tasks aligned with Power Packs’ mission

This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on your availability and interests

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person / Remote / Hybrid (agency will specify)

Address: 1915 Olde Homestead Ln, Suite 102, Lancaster, PA 17601

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Erika Alicea

Email: Erika@powerpacksproject.org

Sign Up Online (Lancaster): Power Packs Volunteer Opportunities

Agency: Power Packs Project

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 17601

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Volunteer Opportunity: General Volunteer Support: Lancaster Rec Center

About the Opportunity:
Lancaster Rec Center is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Administrative support and organizational assistance

Program or event support

Outreach and community engagement

Other tasks aligned with Lancaster Rec Center’s mission

This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on your availability and interests

Year-Round Events Volunteers May Support:

Open Streets Lancaster – 5/09/26

Lancaster Beer Gardens Open – 6/04/26

Lancaster Unity Cup – Kickoff and Opening Ceremonies – 6/13/26

RECtoberfest – 10/17/26

Trick or Treat – 10/30/26

Winter Carnival – 12/17/26

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person / Remote / Hybrid (agency will specify)

Address: 525 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Spencer Shambaugh
Email: SShambaugh@lancasterrec.org

Sign Up Online: Lancaster Rec Center Volunteer Opportunities

Agency: Lancaster Recreation Commission

About the Opportunity:
Lancaster Rec Center is seeking motivated, community-minded volunteers to support our ongoing programs and services. This general volunteer role is a great entry point for anyone interested in giving back, exploring volunteer opportunities, and learning more about our organization’s current needs.

Volunteer Tasks May Include:

Administrative support and organizational assistance

Program or event support

Outreach and community engagement

Other tasks aligned with Lancaster Rec Center’s mission

This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to complete volunteer or community service hours, explore meaningful service work, or contribute to impactful community initiatives.

Volunteer Responsibilities May Include:

Assisting staff with daily tasks

Supporting programs, events, and outreach efforts

Providing administrative and organizational support

Other duties based on your availability and interests

Year-Round Events Volunteers May Support:

Open Streets Lancaster – 5/09/26

Lancaster Beer Gardens Open – 6/04/26

Lancaster Unity Cup – Kickoff and Opening Ceremonies – 6/13/26

RECtoberfest – 10/17/26

Trick or Treat – 10/30/26

Winter Carnival – 12/17/26

Time Commitment:
Flexible — opportunities vary based on current needs

Location:

In-person / Remote / Hybrid (agency will specify)

Address: 525 Fairview Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603

Who Can Volunteer:

Individuals seeking volunteer or community service hours

Students, community members, or groups

All skill levels welcome

How to Get Started:
To learn more about available volunteer opportunities, please contact:
Volunteer Contact: Spencer Shambaugh
Email: SShambaugh@lancasterrec.org

Sign Up Online: Lancaster Rec Center Volunteer Opportunities

Agency: Lancaster Recreation Commission

Need Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 17603

Allow Groups: No