On May 18, we’re making the love of Jesus Easy to See and spending at least one hour participating in various service projects across the state of Pennsylvania!
Whether you’re an avid gardener, a wizard writer, or handy with a dustpan and brush, we’ve rounded up projects happening all over the state. Find your local region and see which one piques your interest!
24 Ways to Impact PA
No matter where you live, we’ve got opportunities for you to serve and make an impact in a community near you. Check out some of these serve projects taking place all over PA!
Northeastern PA
Cleaning Porches for Elderly Residents | Bloomsburg
We're showing love to the elderly residents of the Mulberry Mills & Silk Mills apartments by cleaning their porches for them. All cleaning supplies will be provided.
Hang With Residents at Allied Services | Scranton
Come spend a morning visiting and playing games with the residents of Allied Skilled Nursing Center. This all-ages event is a great opportunity to bring joy and connection to the lives of the residents—and have some fun while you’re at it!
Card Writing for the Community | Wilkes-Barre
Help write simple, heartfelt notes of encouragement for teachers at Dan Flood Elementary and for local families receiving meals from Fork Over Love. Your kind words could be the reminder someone needs that they’re seen, valued, and not alone.
Park Cleanup (Beech St) | Hazleton
We'll be cleaning up and picking up trash around the Beech Street Park and Playground area to create a safe, welcoming space for the community.
Assist with Across the Valley | Valley View
Across the Valley is a local organization working to meet needs across the community. Help support their efforts by helping them with several construction and landscaping projects.
Clean-Up at Mercatili-Segilia Park | Moosic
We’ll rake leaves, trim brush, tidy up outdoor spaces & spread fresh mulch to make the park a welcoming place for everyone to enjoy. All ages are welcome!
Special Olympics | Coal Township
Northumberland & Snyder Count Special Olympics will be held May 16 at Shamokin Area High School, and you can help assist with a wide range of activities! Approximately will be approximately 70 athletes competing, with hundreds of spectators.
Southeastern PA
Teacher Appreciation Cards | Leesport
Let teachers at The King's Academy and Fleetwood School District know they are seen and appreciated by writing thank you cards.
Street Cleanup | Pottstown
Help us keep the streets of Pottstown clean in the neighborhood where Pottstown Beacon of Hope will be building their permanent shelter for the unhoused. We'll walk 1.5 miles up one side, then down the other side of the street (3 miles total) picking up litter, trash, and enjoying each others company. All supplies will be provided!
Donate Items for Bridge of Hope | Harleysville
Donate summer fun items (such as sidewalk chalk, bubbles, jump ropes, frisbees, water toys, beach towels, coloring books, and more) that Bridge of Hope will be assembling for 24 children. Drop off will be at LCBC Harleysville the day of Impact PA (May 16) from 10am to 1pm.
Homemade Cards for Seniors | Sinking Spring
We will be making small homemade cards to be added to the monthly senior food boxes from Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank. Materials and supplies will be provided. Let's make a lasting impact on our seniors!
Lancaster & Lebanon Region
Landscaping and Gardening at Fulton Elementary | Ephrata
Come help with landscaping and gardening projects around Fulton Elementary to brighten up the exterior of the building and bring joy to faculty, staff, and students.
Stormers Serve (High School Students only)| Lancaster
High School Students have the chance to serve at Clipper Magazine Stadium! Greet people with a smile and give away free merchandise as you connect with others in the community of Lancaster.
Sorting Donations with Jubilee Ministries | Lebanon
We will be sorting through clothing and other donations to prepare them for the store at Jubilee Ministries.
Food Donations for Local Food Pantry | Manheim
Drop off food donations at LCBC Manheim—we'll be delivering everything to Long Memorial United Methodist Church to help restock their food pantry.
Cleaning at Penn Manor High School | Willow Street
Help us clean around the Penn Manor High School building as a way to show support for the teachers and students in the community.
Harrisburg Region
Love the Hill Cleanup Day | Harrisburg
We're partnering with Wildheart Ministries to pick up trash and clean up abandoned lots in the Allison Hill neighborhood of Harrisburg.
Donations for Naomi's Closet of Hope | Mechanicsburg
Naomi's Closet of Hope provides clothing for at-risk and foster children free of charge. They are in particular need of new (with tags) undergarments. On May 16, spend time purchasing those items and dropping them off at LCBC West Shore anytime between 1-2pm.
Millersburg Community Garden Planting & Clean-Up | Millersburg
Help make the Millersburg Community Garden beautiful by weeding, planting, and filling plots with soil. All equipment is provided by Millersburg Borough.
York & Adams County Region
Buddy Bench Collection Drive | York
Buddy Benches create a space where students who feel left out can sit during recess—and others are encouraged to invite them to join in. Each bench requires 1,000 containers, and every donation helps move us closer to building a more inclusive and caring school culture. You can participate by collecting and dropping off approved containers on May 16 at LCBC East York anytime between 8am and 2pm.
Hanover Community Street Cleanup | Hanover
We will meet in the St. Matthew's Church parking lot and will be walking the streets to clean up the neighborhood. Maps and garbage bags will be provided the day of the event to best utilize our time and resources. Work gloves are recommended.
Outdoor Clean-Up at Waynesboro Area Middle School | Waynesboro
Help wash windows, power wash the steps, and mulch around the exterior of Waynesboro Area Middle School to spruce up the outdoor area and create a welcoming sight for teachers, staff, and students.
Cleanup at YWCA Campsite | York Haven, PA
Help tidy up the YWCA's nonprofit campsite off Conewago Creek and get it ready to welcome everyone who will come to use it this season.
Western PA
Clean Up and Repaint Benches and Picnic Tables at Highland Park | Altoona
Help pick up leaves, sticks, debris and more, as well as repaint some picnic tables and benches at Highland Park. This is one park that usually gets missed in spring clean ups—giving it some attention will help bring new life into the park for summer!
More Near Altoona
Where’s my town?
This is only a small handful of serve opportunities taking place across PA! Head to LCBCchurch.com/ImpactPA to learn more about Impact PA and see our full list of serve opportunities.
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