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Giving Tuesday 2023: 5 Ways To Give Back In Upper Saucon

This holiday season, consider donating and volunteering locally to make a positive impact in our community.

This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to local organizations that give back right at home.
This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to local organizations that give back right at home. (Shutterstock)

Giving Tuesday is a global initiative that brings people together to harness the potential of collective generosity. Fortunately for folks in the Upper Saucon area, there’s no shortage of organizations nearby that could greatly benefit from your support.

Here are five outstanding organizations in the Upper Saucon area. Please consider volunteering or donating to them for Giving Tuesday and beyond.


  1. Second Harvest Food Bank of Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania — Second Harvest Food Bank helps those facing hunger in Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania by providing them with essential food resources. It strives to eliminate food insecurity through a network of partner agencies and community outreach. Learn more at shfblv.org.
  2. Valley Youth House — Valley Youth House provides a home for vulnerable, abused, and homeless youth in The Valley, working to build a solid foundation for their future. It offers housing, counseling and life skills training. Learn more at valleyyouthhouse.org.
  3. Community Bike Works — Community Bike Works offers local youth programs that teach life skills through bicycle mechanics. It engages young people in constructive experiences that promote a healthy, active lifestyle. Learn more at communitybikeworks.org.
  4. Turning Point of Lehigh Valley — Turning Point offers support services to victims of domestic violence. It aims to eliminate domestic violence in Lehigh Valley through empowerment, education, and engagement. Learn more at turningpointlv.org.
  5. ArtsQuest — Bethlehem-based ArtsQuest supports the arts and culture scene in The Valley, including Upper Saucon. It provides access to engaging arts and educational programs year-round. Learn more at artsquest.org.

Do you know of another volunteer organization in Upper Saucon that should be recognized? Let us know about it in the comments!

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