Bethlehem residents have several meaningful ways to give back this holiday season, with nonprofits and small businesses organizing food drives, toy collections, fundraisers and outreach efforts that directly support local families and neighbors in need. Below are several opportunities for community members to get involved.
Northeast Community Center (NECC) Food Drive
The Northeast Community Center is leading a nonperishable food drive to support local families in need. The Bethlehem Chamber of Commerce is serving as a designated drop-off location at 74 W. Broad Street, Suite 240. NECC’s Food Pantry remains critically low while continuing to provide essential groceries to more than 300 local families.
Items Needed: 1 lb. bags of rice, pasta, pasta sauce, beans, canned meats, canned vegetables and fruits, cereal, pancake mix, coffee, tea, juices and bottled drinks.
More Information: https://neccbethlehem.org/
“Legacy of Love” Trellis Ornament Fundraiser
This year’s Citizens’ Christmas City Committee Trellis Initiative, Legacy of Love, benefits Victory House of Lehigh Valley in honor of its 40 years of service. Victory House provides shelter and hope to men experiencing homelessness and recently opened its first licensed recovery house for women.
The formal trellis dedication will take place during the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Payrow Plaza on November 28 at 5 PM.
Purchase Ornament: https://www.visithistoricbethlehem.com/christmas/christmas-trellis-ornaments/
Christmas City Village Toy Drive
New, unused toys are being collected at Hut 82 in the Sun Inn Courtyard during Christmas City Village. Additional drop-off locations are available in many shops and restaurants throughout the Historic District. All donations support the Boys and Girls Club of Bethlehem.
Contact: EvelynC@lehighvalleychamber.org
CAT Holiday Bikes Program
Downtown Bethlehem merchants are partnering with the Coalition for Appropriate Transportation to showcase and store refurbished bicycles. These bikes will be donated to local children and families who need reliable transportation and a bit of holiday joy. CAT aims to donate 100 bicycles this season.
More Information: https://lvcat.org/bikes-available/
Contact: cat@lvcat.org
Bethlehem’s holiday initiatives continue to highlight the city’s strong community spirit and offer residents simple and effective ways to help neighbors throughout the season.
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