Give Back
Volunteer & Donate Items
Now more than ever is a time for our community to stand together. You can help by volunteering your time to support local projects responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in our community. Below are current volunteer and donation needs.
A few notes before volunteering or donating items...
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The health and safety of volunteers, staff, and clients is the number one priority. Please review the Recommendations for Volunteer Engagement in Coronovirus Response prior to participating in any volunteer activity.
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To volunteer for a project, please contact the organization directly.
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You can also help our community through the Crisis Response & Recovery Fund.
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Check this page regularly, volunteer and donation needs are updated as new opportunities come up.
Nonprofits can submit volunteer need details here.
Donation Needs
Vacuum Cleaner
Organization: United Way of Franklin County
Location: 182 S. Second St., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: We are in need of a working vacuum cleaner. It can be used, as long as it works well. Ours has ceased to function and is beyond repair!
To Donate: Call Amy Weibley, 717-262-0015 ext. 103,
Winter Coats & Accessories
Organization: The Salvation Army
Location: 159 Lincoln Way W., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Coats, hats, scarves, and gloves for kids and adults (new or gently used).
To Donate: Call Karen Keefer, 717-264-6169, karen.keefer@use.salvationarmy.org
Baby Items
Organization: Pregnancy Ministries Inc.
Location: Chambersburg
Donation Details: Need donations of sleepers 0-9 months, hooded bath towels, carseat/stroller combo, newborn diapers, size 5 diapers, and burp cloths.
To Donate: Please call ahead to schedule donation times.
Contact: Deb Macaskill, 717-267-3738, csdchbg@gmail.com
Bedding & Cleaning Supplies
Organization: House of Hope
Location: 230 E. Queen St., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Pillows, twin sheet sets, cleaning and laundry supplies, ladies size 6-10 underwear and socks, toilet paper, paper towels, and winter coats size small through 3X.
To Donate: Contact Bernadette Bowman, 717-729-7338, ihateheroin@comcast.net
Personal Care Items
Organization: Women in Need
Organization: 1280 Progress Rd., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Unisex pajamas, unisex robes, men/women's underwear, hairbrushes, hair ties, wide tooth combs, ethnic hair care products, bar soap containers, shower caddies, shower caps, body lotion, body wash, razors, shaving cream, dental floss picks, mouthwash, kid's toothbrushes, Tylenol, ibuprofen, and shampoo/conditioner.
To Donate: Contact Becky Swope, 717-264-3056, beckys@winservices.org
Food & Cleaning Supplies
Organization: Franklin County Homeless Shelter
Location: 223 S. Main St., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Large trash bags, toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, cleaning supplies, and shelf-stable food. Any foods will be accepted.
To Donate: Contact Trudy or Karen, 717-267-3669, twesley@sccap.org
Towels, Paper Products & More
Organization: Veteran's Multi-Service Center
Location: Lincoln Way E., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Gas gift cards, new towels and wash cloths, toilet paper, paper towels, facial tissue, and small appliances (coffee makers, toasters, etc.).
To Donate: Contact Sandy Thomas, 717-599-8835, sandy.thomas@vmcenter.org
Cleaning and Personal Care Items
Organization: Franklin County Housing Authority
Location: 436 W. Washington St., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Toilet paper, laundry detergent, dish soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and rolling food carts.
To Donate: Contact Amanda Keefer, akeefer@fcha.net, 717-263-4200
Diapers
Organization: Waynesboro Community & Human Services
Location: 123 Walnut St., Waynesboro
Donation Needs: Disposable diapers sizes 4, 5 and 6.
To Donate: Call 717-762-6941
Personal Care Items
Organization: Franklin Together
Location: 533 S. Main St., Chambersburg
Donation Needs: Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and men/women's underwear sizes S-2XL.
To Donate: Contact Leigh Elliott, lelliott@sccap.org, 717-261-3811
Volunteer Needs
Volunteer Tutors and Committee Members
Organization: LIU12 Franklin County Literacy Council
Location: Virtual and/or at Coyle Free Library
When: Ongoing, anytime!
Project Details: Currently, FCLC is in need of volunteer tutors to work with low-literate adults and English language learners in Franklin County. This is an ongoing opportunity with a high satisfaction return. They need individuals who have a desire to help individuals reach their goals, and who are comfortable learning how to teach in a variety of platforms (face-to-face, hybrid, and online). We also have fundraising committee and advisory board positions available, as well as community outreach and advocacy opportunities.
To Volunteer, Contact: Angie Wilt, ajwilt@iu12.org, 717-504-4459 x3504
Help with Food Deliveries
Organization: Waynesboro Community & Human Services
Location: Waynesboro
Days/Times: Varies
Project Details: WCHS is in need of a few reliable volunteers to deliver food boxes to people in the Waynesboro area.
To Volunteer, Contact: Denise Esser, 717-762-6941, deniseesser@wchs-pa.org
Community COVID-19 Vaccination Sites
Organization: WellSpan Health
Location: Varies
Days/Times: Varies
Project Details: WellSpan Health is currently seeking clinical and non-clinical roles for our Community COVID-19 Vaccination Sites. Volunteer and paid positions are available.
Apply to Volunteer: www.wellspan.org/covid19/i-want-to-help/
Virtual Learning Classroom Volunteers
Organization: NETwork Ministries
Location: Chambersburg
Days/Times: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4pm (whatever time you can give is appreciated!)
Project Details: NETwork hosts an onsite classroom for children as they work on their virtual schoolwork while their parents work.
Health & Safety: Masks are required and CDC guidelines are followed
To Volunteer, Contact: Ben Raber, 717-264-4640 (leave voicemail if no answer), networkchambersburg@gmail.com
Blood Donor Ambassadors & More
Organization: American Red Cross
Location: Chambersburg and surrounding
Days/Times: Varies
Project Details: Blood Donor Ambassador Volunteers needed for area blood drives. Times and locations will vary. Training is provided. Commitment is one blood drive per month. If interested, log onto www.redcross.org/volunteer There are other opportunities to volunteer, as well.
Health & Safety: Masks are required, social distancing is in place, and temperatures are screened.
To Volunteer: www.redcross.org/volunteer
Help with Food Distribution
Organization: The King's Kettle Food Pantry
Location: Shippensburg
Days/Times: First three Mondays and Tuesdays of each month at 4:30pm
Project Details: Mondays: Sort boxes of food and other items to stock shelves. Tuesdays: Bag groceries and load into cars for clients. Donations (monetary or food) are also appreciated.
Health & Safety: They have gloves and fabric masks, but volunteers may also bring their own. Volunteers are encouraged to wash hands and keep 6 feet apart.
To Volunteer, Contact: Pastor J.R. Wells, 717-816-6829, jrwells55@yahoo.com
Help with Food Distribution
Organization: Shippensburg Produce & Outreach
Location: Shippensburg
Date/Time: Tuesdays 3:30-6pm
Project Details: Runners will bring boxes of food to cars. Need 2-3 volunteers each Tuesday.
Health & Safety: Maintain 6 feet for social distancing, hand washing sinks available, and masks/gloves provided.
To Volunteer, Contact: Karen DeShong, info@shipout.org, 717-360-4510
Want to volunteer year-round?
Complete the volunteer sign-up form below to learn about volunteer opportunities throughout the year from United Way of Franklin County.
NOTE: This is not a sign-up form for COVID-19 volunteer projects. To volunteer for one of the projects listed above, please contact the responsible organization directly.
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