Volunteer
Centre County

Where YOU Make a Difference!

Volunteering

Volunteering your skills is an impactful way to give back. Connect directly with nonprofits and make a difference.

Donating Goods

Many nonprofits rely on donated supplies, furniture, and equipment to do their work. They may also ask for donated goods that can benefit others who they help.

Welcome to Volunteer
Centre County

Volunteer Centre County is an inclusive and effective portal for informing civically engaged residents about Centre County, PA charities most in need of volunteer services and donated goods.

Surprising Benefits of Volunteering

How Giving to Others Makes You Healthier and Happier

With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering are enormous to you, your family and your community. The right match can help you to reduce stress, find friends, connect with the community, learn new skills, and even advance your career. Giving to others can also protect your mental and physical health. Learn more about the many benefits of helping others by clicking here.

135+

Community
Partners

57+

Volunteer Opportunities

38+

Needs
for Goods

New Opportunities - Volunteer

Help at our Bookfair

Mid-State Literacy Council, Inc.

Literacy

Lemont Christmas Market volunteer opportunities

Lemont Village Association

Civic

Board of Directors - Officers - Needed

Centre Care Volunteers

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Set up on 11/23/2025 for Lemont Christmas Market

Lemont Village Association

Civic

Angel Tree Volunteers Needed

The Salvation Army Centre County Service Center

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Board Positions

Pets Come First

Animals

Medical Mission Volunteers to Travel to Ghana in 2026

Ghana Medical Relief

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Painters Needed

Snow Shoe EMS

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

EMTs (Emergency Medical Technicians) Needed!

Snow Shoe EMS

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Bowlers Needed!

Special Olympics Pennsylvania

Sports, Recreation, Fitness

New Opportunities - Donate Goods

Gift card donations

Jana Marie Foundation

Children, Youth

Candy, used clothing+shoes, medical supplies, toys

Ghana Medical Relief

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Lucas Device Needed

Snow Shoe EMS

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Power Washer Needed

Snow Shoe EMS

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Vehicle Wash Needed

Snow Shoe EMS

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

New Backpacks Needed

State of Hope Foundation Inc.

Children, Youth

Paper plates, cups, napkins, forks and spoons, etc.

Penns Valley Youth Center

Children, Youth

Supplies Needed

Happy Valley Animals in Need

Animals

First-Class Forever Stamps

Interfaith Human Services

Human Services, Health, Hunger, Homelessness

Wish List of Donations

Bellefonte Cemetery Association: Union Cemetery

Civic

News - Spread The Word

Wreaths Across America Ceremony to Honor Veterans

CR "Connie" Cole

Bellefonte Cemetery Association: Union Cemetery

You're Invited to the Community Diversity Group's Annual Holiday Potluck Celebrating Holiday Traditions from Around the World!

Naana Nti

Community Diversity Group

Pet Photos with Santa and Holiday Bazaar!

Patricia Nordstrom

Nittany Beagle Rescue

Mid-State Literacy Council Annual Bookfair!

Bridget Schell

Mid-State Literacy Council, Inc.

Ghana 2025 - A Success!

Belinda Owusu

Ghana Medical Relief

Aids Resource Alliance, Inc. Has Moved!

Kirsten Burkhart

AIDS Resource Alliance, Inc.

Upcoming events at Mid-State Literacy Council - 2025

Bridget Schell

Mid-State Literacy Council, Inc.

Making Happy Valley an “extra-special” place to live and work

Holly riddle

Volunteer Centre County

Breaking Stereotypes: Trends in Volunteering During Retirement

Ann Echols

Volunteer Centre County

Youth volunteerism creates a positive impact in the community

Ann Echols, Lana Fulton

Volunteer Centre County

AAUW Employment Pay Resources - StartSmart // Closing the Pay Gap for Women

Cindy Hall

AAUW State College

Volunteer Centre County brings groups together

Tristan Kleinfelter

Volunteer Centre County

Volunteer Centre County was on TV!

Maria Cade

Volunteer Centre County

Volunteer Centre County is in the News!

Karen Walker

Volunteer Centre County

The Jared Box Project Offers Turnkey Events!

Cindy Kolarik

The Jared Box Project

Beating the Holiday Blues

Teresa Mull

Volunteer Centre County

Find Ways to Volunteer and Give Back in Centre County

Ann Echols

Volunteer Centre County

Paid Job Openings

Family Service Worker (FSW)

CenClear Child Services (CenClear)

Full-time

Calder Way Public Relations – Fixed Term Position

State College Borough

Part-time

Clerk, Accounts Receivable

State College Borough

Full-time

Parent Educator

CenClear Child Services (CenClear)

Full-time

Centred Outdoors Assistant Program Coordinator

ClearWater Conservancy

Full-time

“ Too often we underestimate
the smallest act of caring
which has the potential
to turn a life around ”

Leo Buscaglia

Our Community Partners

Easterseals of WCPA Child Development Center

AIDS Resource Alliance, Inc.

Penns Valley Youth Center

Ridgelines Language Arts

The Fred H Carlin Community Vision Foundation

Performing Arts School of Central PA

Serendipity Horse Rescue Ranch

Snow Shoe EMS

Print Factory Bellefonte

Philipsburg Revitalization Corporation

Why Become a Community Partner?

Community Partners are nonprofit organizations located in Centre County, PA that have been approved by Volunteer Centre County. There is no charge to Community Partners for posting unlimited opportunities. Posts are reviewed and managed as a community service. Newsletters and advertising help Community Partners find talents and treasures. Volunteer Centre County makes it easy for those in Centre County, PA to have a one-stop shop for serving and giving.

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