Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley

09/15/2026

That’s a wrap on Day One of United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley Day of Caring! 💛

Today, volunteers from across the Lehigh Valley rolled up their sleeves and showed what community impact looks like in action. Teams spent the day supporting local nonprofits through meaningful projects that helped strengthen organizations, improve spaces, and move important work forward.

We may not have captured every moment just yet, but the impact is already being felt. We’ll be sharing more photos and project highlights as teams wrap up their work. And we’re not done yet!

Day Two of Day of Caring is coming up Thursday, and we can’t wait to see even more volunteers out in the community making a difference.

09/15/2026

We can't wait to share the impact of today with all of you!

It’s here — Day of Caring 2026 starts TODAY 💛

Today and Sept. 17, volunteers from across the Greater Lehigh Valley will roll up their sleeves and come together to support local nonprofits, complete meaningful service projects and make an impact throughout our community.

A huge thank you to everyone helping make possible, including our Presenting Sponsor, Crayola and additional supporters: PPL Corporation , Olympus Corporation, AAA East Central, Highmark Blue Shield, Just Born, Inc., Quandel Construction Group, LLC, B. Braun, Lehigh Valley IronPigs, Turnstone Creative, Wawa, Working Dog Press, and Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley for their partnership.

Here’s to two incredible days of service, connection and community impact!

09/11/2026

Our final breakout session block at the 2026 Lehigh Valley Nonprofit IMPACT Conference is filled with practical ideas, bold conversations, and fresh ways to strengthen your work.

Join us on Wednesday, November 18 at Wind Creek Bethlehem for a full day centered on Strengthening Nonprofits, Driving Community Impact.

From 1:15–2:15 PM, attendees can choose from sessions focused on fundraising strategies inspired by universities, building systems instead of constantly fighting fires, leading through complexity, mutual aid and community-led care, food insecurity partnerships, and Integrated Community Therapy as a tool for connection and healing.

Whether you’re looking to strengthen sustainability, deepen community partnerships, reimagine systems, or bring new tools back to your organization, this final session block is designed to leave you with ideas you can carry forward.

Explore the full lineup and choose the session that will help fuel your next step.

Tickets are on sale now, Early Bird Pricing until September 18th: https://ow.ly/gc7M50ZMyzu

09/09/2026

The learning continues at the 2026 Lehigh Valley Nonprofit IMPACT Conference with our second round of breakout sessions!

Join us on Wednesday, November 18 at Wind Creek Bethlehem for a full day centered on Strengthening Nonprofits, Driving Community Impact.

From 11:00 AM–12:00 PM, attendees can choose from sessions exploring relationship-building for nonprofit sustainability, dismantling burnout culture, legislative advocacy, executive leadership during volatile times, dignity-centered service delivery, and turning strategic planning into action.

This session block offers something for every nonprofit professional—whether you’re focused on strengthening your team, building long-term sustainability, advocating for your mission, or creating more thoughtful systems of service.

Explore the full lineup, choose the conversation that fits your work, and join us for a day designed to spark ideas and strengthen the sector.

Tickets are on sale now: https://ow.ly/Q6at50ZLtQF

09/08/2026

We’re kicking off the 2026 Lehigh Valley Nonprofit IMPACT Conference with a powerful first round of breakout sessions!

Join us on Wednesday, November 18 at Wind Creek Bethlehem for a full day of learning, connection, and community impact.

From 9:45–10:45 AM, choose from engaging sessions focused on board fundraising, volunteer engagement, nonprofit sustainability, hunger and homelessness systems change, Latino voices in the Lehigh Valley’s future, and mindfulness for the humans behind the mission.

Which session will inspire your next big idea? Explore the full lineup, find the conversation that speaks to your work and mission, and get ready for a day of meaningful learning and connection.

Tickets are on sale now with Early Bird Pricing of $95 until September 18th: https://ow.ly/co6H50ZKHHm

09/03/2026

Registration is open for our upcoming LEAD Now series!

Designed for current, new, and interested board members, LEAD Now helps participants better understand board service, nonprofit leadership, and the responsibilities that come with helping guide an organization’s mission.

The Fall 2026 series begins Wednesday, October 7 and continues weekly through November 4 on Zoom. Topics include nonprofit board service, legal responsibilities, nonprofit finances, diversity, equity and inclusion, and philanthropic fundraising.

Whether you’re already serving on a board or considering board service in the future, this series is a great way to build confidence, ask better questions, and strengthen your impact.

Learn more and register here:
https://www.volunteerlv.org/LEAD-Now

08/31/2026

Early Bird Pricing is available now for the 2026 Lehigh Valley Nonprofit Impact Conference!

Join us on Wednesday, November 18 at Wind Creek Bethlehem for a full day designed to help nonprofit professionals learn, connect, and bring new ideas back to their organizations.

Your ticket includes 18 breakout sessions, a Meet the Funders session, breakfast, lunch, and meaningful networking with nonprofit leaders, funders, and community partners from across the region.

Register by September 18 to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing at $95.

Reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/4LvX50ZHqeL

08/27/2026

There’s still time to register for the Volunteer Center’s Youth Council before orientation begins!

High school students are invited to join a group of service-minded peers who are ready to take action, give back, and make an impact across the Lehigh Valley. Through Youth Council, students participate in hands-on volunteer projects, connect with local nonprofits, build leadership skills, and help shape what youth service looks like in our community.

If you’re looking for a way to earn service hours, meet new people, and do meaningful work this school year, now is the time to get involved.

Learn more and register here:
https://www.volunteerlv.org/youth-council

08/25/2026

Volunteer engagement professionals, join us for an upcoming in-person training focused on Volunteer Recognition.

On Wednesday, September 30 from 9:00–10:00 AM, we’ll explore ways to meaningfully recognize volunteers, strengthen relationships, and create appreciation practices that help volunteers feel valued, connected, and excited to continue serving.

Whether you’re looking to refresh your current recognition efforts or build something more intentional, this session will offer ideas and takeaways you can bring back to your organization.

Register here: https://www.volunteerlv.org/volunteer_engagement_professionals_programming

08/20/2026

Tickets are officially on sale for the 2026 Lehigh Valley Nonprofit Impact Conference!

Join us on Wednesday, November 18 at Wind Creek Bethlehem for a full day of learning, connection, and conversation centered on Strengthening Nonprofits, Driving Community Impact.

Your ticket includes access to 17 breakout sessions, a Meet the Funders session, breakfast, lunch, and networking with nonprofit professionals, funders, and community partners from across the region.

Early Bird Pricing is available for $95 through September 18.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your organization, connect with peers, and be part of a day designed to strengthen the nonprofit sector across the Lehigh Valley.

Register today: https://ow.ly/FVEG50ZBC7h