Allentown Nonprofits and Charities

This organization has been supporting those in our community who are food insecure since 1978. It is a pleasure to see the faces of clients when they leave after having shopped for their groceries to meet their needs and preferences. It gives the client a sense of dignity and it saves the food bank money in that they only take what they can use. The food bank is always evolving. We offer extra food to families with children during the summer months. A new program, implemented last year, delivers food to clients who are living in senior housing units and are unable to physically make it to the food bank. Recently the purse strings from government resources have put a strain on our budget. We are making adjustments and trying to keep up with providing nutritious food options to those in our community who are food insecure. I enjoy my involvement with the food bank. Please consider offering your time, talents and/or treasures to support the work being done.

As a parent of a child in the Camelot for Children community, I can’t speak highly enough about the impact this incredible organization has had on our family. From the moment we joined, we felt a deep sense of belonging and support that is truly rare. The staff and volunteers are compassionate, dedicated, and go above and beyond to create a welcoming, fun, and inclusive environment for every child.<br><br>Our child has flourished here—engaging in activities, making friends, and finding joy in a community that genuinely understands and cares. The events are always thoughtfully planned, ensuring every child feels involved and empowered. Camelot for Children is more than just a program; it’s a lifeline for families like ours, providing both practical and emotional support. We are endlessly grateful for this community and the light it has brought into our lives!

I was considered a volunteer they “could always count on” and came on a regular basis and helped with all dogs with behavior issues. I was there for almost 1.5 years and was promoted twice. I never thought when I started I would be writing a review like this but after they euthanized 9 dogs at one time and multiple times dogs have been euthanized on a regular basis I got to the point where I had to speak up. The dogs that are euthanized are not all aggressive and many just need extra work and I personally saw their growth and then the next day they were euthanized. I know while I was there they struggled to just get dogs out for a walk let alone additional training beyond what volunteers did so I completely believe that the majority of the dogs that were euthanized didn’t have even have a chance. As a volunteer who personally connected with these dogs I had to share my feelings. I no longer am there because I shared these feelings and they said I can not return, but my heart breaks for the dogs still there and those that were euthanized.

Center like Bradbury are crucial to support our communities. They have amazing programs that provide volunteer opportunities and services while creating safe spaces for LBTQ people.

<br>As a local, not for profit organization, with the intent of promoting art and education within the community and beyond, I was highly disappointed with the treatment by staff and security this past weekend. After calling to confirm that I would be allowed to take pictures of my daughter in her prom dress at the museum by front receptionist, we were then ambushed at the entrance by museum staff to inform us that we were given the incorrect information. At this point, we had no time to make other arrangements as this was our only stopping point prior to my daughter going to prom. The frustration and disappointment was overwhelming as she was unable to take outdoor photos due to the rain. Upon asking for an explanation, we were told that this type of photography (modeling) was prohibited without prior arrangement. Merriam Webster defines modeling as such, "to work or act as a fashion or art model" to which I informed them that personal pictures were encouraged in the museum according to the website. How are personal photos modeling? When I asked about taking her pictures in jeans and a top they said that was fine, which begs the question, is this a form of discrimination based on gender and personal wardrobe choice? The security guard made every effort to appear intimidating by standing with his legs apart and arms crossed over his chest at the entrance. Again, begging the question of whether this is gender discrimination and symbolic aggression as he was attempting to intimidate 2 women in their 40's and 2 seventeen year old girls. I did request and receive a copy of the museum policy regarding photography which had no verbiage to prohibit such types of photos and any posted material on the museum website does not cite anything against personal photos in the museum. The fact that we were given permission should have been enough to allow us to proceed into the museum, take our photos, and then leave. To retract that permission, after arrangements had been made, and cause such animosity and ill will to members of the community is disgraceful and very unprofessional. I should have continued my patronage of the Sigal Museum in Easton as they have always proven professional and actually welcoming of the community into their facility to promote a collaborative effort between art, education, and the community. Needless to say, I will not be returning to the Allentown Art Museum. As an educator in the area, I will be sure to let every student, parent, and fellow educator that I come in contact with know of my personal experience at the museum, encouraging them to visit the Sigal Museum instead. <br>This review is looking pretty epic! Nice!<br><br>

from what I hear is an amazing experience. The peer to peer interactions are awesome and the staff are a whole new level.

Horrible adoption agency. Were completely rude to us, would not even have a discussion about adoption, basically barred us at the door.<br>The staff were not wearing masks, displaying a complete disregard for the safety of the human beings visiting the location.<br>While their adoption policies are understandable (only in pairs, no declawing), there are hundreds of thousands of homeless animals that would benefit from the love and care of a good home. To gatekeep them for selfish reasons without even engaging in dialogue with previous pet owners hurts the well being of the animals. We smiled, said we wouldn’t declaw our cats, and they still just stared at us with an evil eye until we were so deeply uncomfortable that we left! Those poor cats, denied the chance of a great home.

The work that the Allentown Rescue Mission has done for my family is amazing. If it had not been for their open arms and willingness to help my significant other, he would not be where he is today. The Allentown Rescue Mission gave my boyfriend hot meals, a place to sleep, showers, and most importantly hope. They want nothing but the best for the men they help and I am happy to have them helping those in my community. Whenever I see a man who needs help, I direct him to the Allentown Rescue Mission because I have personally seen the work they can do and how they can help the community.

While they do good work, the executive director gets an annual salary of $102,574. I was advised not to post the name, but by Federal Law, paid people's name must be available publicly on their 990 charitable tax returns. PUBLIC INFORMATION, that's how I found it. The Lehigh Valley Live news site listed "Lehigh Valley charity and other non-profit employees who earn more than $100K" <br>It is unfair of this site and organization to conflict, and deflect from federal tax laws regarding non-profits.

Great place to ride and give back at the same time. Lisa inspires all in the community and in the stables to give back and pay it forward.

CBW is a wonderful organization that provides a truly great service for the youth of Allentown. I've volunteered in the Earn-A-Bike program for a few years, and it's been a very rewarding experience.<br><br>It's really a big brother/sister program, disguised under the backdrop of bicycles. It's great for the students to have positive role models and a safe environment in which to grow.<br><br>I can't say enough about the great impact Community Bike Works has.

I have been a volunteer for Meals as part of their Market on Wheels program for approximately 3 years. This program provides volunteers to shop for families / individuals who are not able to get to grocery store on their own. It is an amazing program which provides not only groceries for the individuals we shop for, but provides a friend, someone to interact with. It allows those home bound clients to continue to stay in their home and get the groceries and essentials that they need. It is a great way to give back to my community.

THIS is the place where real lives are transformed through education. If you’ve ever wanted to see learning in action in real people’s lives, come check out The Literacy Center. As a former TLC adjunct English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instructor, and a current TLC Board Member, I could not be prouder to invite you to share your time, talent and treasure with our learners who strive every day to improve themselves, their families, and their communities through furthering their own education. If you have questions about the work of The Literacy Center – or are interested in serving or donating to further our mission and help even more individuals – please click on the links above to follow us, share or donate.<br><br>ESTE es el lugar donde vidas son transformadas por la educación. Si Ud. ha alguna vez querido ver el aprendizaje en acción en las vidas de personas reales, venga a visitarnos en The Literacy Center. Como una maestra de la enseñanza del inglés a hablantes de otras lenguas, y como una miembro actual de la junta del TLC, no podría ser más orgullosa de invitarle a compartir su tiempo, talento y tesoro con nuestros estudiantes quienes trabajan cada día para mejor ellos mismos, sus familias, y sus comunidades atreves de su educación. Si tiene preguntan acerca de la obra de The Literacy Center - o si está interesado en servir o donar para ayudarnos a apoyar más gente - favor de hagar clic aquí.

It All Begins with the Smallest of Ideas<br><br>My name is Christian Dzema and like every average fourteen year old, I play sports, chill with<br>my friends, listen to music, focus on my studies, like to be rebellious, and love sleeping. When I was five years old, I was diagnosed with polymicrogyria, a condition in my brain that affects my fine motor skills and speech. I had difficulty moving my tongue and lips to create basic sounds, like &ldquo;s, sh, f, ch, and w.&rdquo;<br><br>My parents began sending me to the Pediatrics Program at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network in Allentown, Pa., for therapy. I&rsquo;ve felt different my whole life and most peers mock my speech or judge me unfairly. But it&rsquo;s been ten years now since I started therapy and Good Shepherd has helped me overcome my disability. I am now a fluent speaker and well-coordinated physically. I am more confident and am able to have a conversation with a complete stranger. I don&rsquo;t stand out any more.<br><br>For the last six years, I&rsquo;ve been collecting toys for children who are hospitalized. So far I&rsquo;ve donated 1,000 toys. My school, Orefield Middle School in the Parkland School District in Allentown, has embraced the toy drive as a way to connect with the children who go to Good Shepherd. The toy drive gives comfort and brings happiness to those who are less fortunate. I believe my charity has brought hope to many children who feel alone, rejected or judged. <br><br>This summer, I delivered 75 toys and games to the Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital Pediatric Unit- Bethlehem. I met one of the patients there, a teenage boy. It felt amazing to to see his humongous smile, and the vibrant energy around us felt incredible. I actually felt popular, and having him tell me how cool the drive was really made me overflow with joy.<br><br>Music is a big inspiration in my life and motivates me to give back. Music speaks in ways that are unexplainable and incredible. The lyrics help me cope with stress and understand true problems. Music is my escape from reality, it helps me imagine a different life where people aren&rsquo;t judged by how they look or talk or walk, but by what they do to help others. It guides me through life and helps me see that I&rsquo;ll be okay and unlike some teenagers, it motivates me to put my frustration into something productive.<br><br>My toy drives not only comfort others, but they help me to personally manage my own worries and prove that the smallest movement, the tiniest of ideas can start a prodigious movement. As a teenager, I sometimes feel stereotyped. But with my toy drives, I want people to know that underestimating and stereotyping only makes them less knowledgeable. A wise man said not to judge a book by its cover and that is my reasoning for my deed; the deed that gives hope and shows that the younger generation does care and has a strong and forceful voice to do extraordinary things in this world. <br><br>I am continuing the toy drive this spring at Orefield. I never thought that my small donations could bring such happiness. Good Shepherd is an amazing organization and without their kindness and helpfulness I know that I wouldn&rsquo;t have the friends and the support that I have today. <br><br>I am Christian Dzema and I donate toys to the pediatric unit at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network. This is my revolution and my legacy, a legacy that began with a simple innovative idea.

Rescue One Child Inc is a christian non profit organization dedicated to change the lives of many childrenin Haiti and all over the world. We built school and give uniforms and school supplies to many children who could not go to school.

For seven years, I've had the privilege of helping CSC raise funds for its programs and services. I've also volunteered on several occasions to read to the children and help them with art projects. During that time, I've witnessed and continually been impressed with the professionalism and dedication of its staff and board, and the positive impact they have on children and families. They truly care!!

I've worked in the field of helping others for many years. Since I've been working with NBHNPAC it's been the most rewarding. The staff is genuinely warm, sincerely caring people and a blessing to not just one age group but all age groups. They work hard to provide services to the community that will may an impact and have an positive effect on the liFes of others. The senior outreach program is a must. We take our children to nursing home, assist living facilities and rehabilition facilities to perform for the residents. The overwheling response the children and staff receive from the resident of love, thanks and when are you coming back will make you cry. When people have a disability and/or in place they would rather not be that dosen't have family member living with them. You will tend to find sadness, anger and confusion. PLEASE HELP NBHNPAC WITH MONEY, OFFICE SUPPLIES,MUSIC EQUIPMENT ETC.DONATIONS.