Through volunteering, older children and teens become empowered and learn that they can make a difference and that they can be a part of impacting our community’s future.

Wilson High School has many volunteer opportunities available for students.  Please ask your teacher(s), counselor, nurse, or principal(s) for suggestions.

United Way Summer Youth Guide which provides a brief description of the opportunities available for youth, as well as agency contact information.

UNITED WAY OF BERKS COUNTY YOUTH VOLUNTEER RESOURCE GUIDE Summer 2025

VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• AmeriCorps https://www.americorps.gov/join
• Berks Animal Rescue League: http://www.berksarl.org/
• Berks Humane Society: http://humanepa.org/
• Red Cross: http://berks.redcross.org/index.php?pr=Vol_FAQ
• Volunteer Match
• Lincoln Park Swimming Association: http://www.lppool.org/
• Peace Corps https://www.peacecorps.gov/volunteer/
• Reading Hospital Summer Volunteer Program: https://towerhealth.org/locations/reading-hospital/volunteershttp://www.readinghospital.org/volunteer
• Shady Hollow Assisted Riding is looking for student volunteers who can get hands-on experience by working with their horses, supporting their students, assisting in the barn, or helping out a fun and meaningful community events. No experience is required—they provide all the necessary training and support
• United Way of Berks County: www.uwberks.org
  • or by calling the Volunteer Center at 610-685-4574
  • If you’re interested in learning more about these volunteer activities, or volunteer opportunities for all ages throughout the community, visit www.uwberks.org and click on Get Involved. United Way’s Volunteer Center may be reached at 610-685-4574 or darbyw@uwberks.org.
• VOiCEup Berks Youth Volunteers https://www.voiceupberks.org/For-Youth-Volunteers
• West Lawn United Methodist Church: 
  • Wednesdays Anytime 1:00 pm-7:30 pm
    • What: kitchen help, bussing  tables, serving food or cleaning dishes
    • Wednesday, Dinner Starts 4:30 pm- 6:45 pm
  • Tuesday afternoon some prep work
  • West Lawn Food Pantry on the third Friday every month
  • Contact:  Carolann Schneiderhan, schneiderhanc@gmail.com
• Youth Advisory Board (YAB) for the Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading 
  • Website 
  • YAB Application Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScd8vk6wmp5dlfkvRdFhH0IOk_n7aSKm08AzLlhZFesg_fRVg/viewform
  • Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading is now accepting applications for our 2025-2026 Youth Advisory Board (YAB).  This leadership opportunity is provided through Berks County Community Foundation and Youth Volunteer Corps of Reading.  Being a part of this Board as a high school student is an excellent way to cultivate personal and professional growth, become aware of community issues, learn to work more effectively in teams, practice leadership skills, and initiate community change through direct service, advocacy, and capacity building (via grant funding).  A truly invaluable experience for our youth!