Volunteer + Jobs + Wish List + More
You can connect to the life-changing, community strengthening power of Bell in a a number of ways and always YOUR way.
Current VOLUNTEER Opportunities:
Be a Bell Ringer at the White Rose Run Five Miler – Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Meet at the Princess Street entrance to Bell’s main office (160 S. George Street) between 7:45am and 10am to cheer on runners as they head out on the course and again when they return to the finish line. We’ll have mini cow bells to ring, thanking race participants for their support of Bell – proceeds from the race benefit Bell!
Make the Season Bright by volunteering with a Bell program holiday party:
Engage directly with individuals and families by pitching in with set up, serving, assisting with games and activities, and tear down at Bell holiday parties. See available slots and sign up:
- IDD Social Recreation Thanksgiving Dinner – Wednesday, November 18
- Shelter Services Holiday Party – Wednesday, December 9
- Mental Health Department Holiday Party – Monday, December 14
- IDD Social Recreation Holiday Party, Wednesday, November 18
Your financial contributions are the necessary lifeblood to support and empower individuals and families. Donations of in-kind goods also go a long way to help people live better lives.
- DONATE
- Shelter ADOPT-A-DAY – Individuals and groups contribute to make sure Bell Family Shelter is there when York County families experiencing homelessness need us
- LEAVE A LEGACY / ENDOWMENT FUND – Building the future
- Make IRA rollover, Qualified Charitable Distribution, Gift of Stock, etc.
- OTHER WAYS TO GIVE
- OUR WISH LIST
- WEDDING BELL REGISTRY
- Re-Source York – donate to and make purchases at either Re-Source York location; Bell receives quarterly donations designated to Bell Family Shelter
- Community Aid (York) – Donate clothing and shoes at the Queensgate store, letting staff know you’d like for it to benefit Bell. Use our Partner Code: 20015; Bell receives Community Care Cards – at a per pound donated rate – to help Bell service users with household goods and apparel.
- LifePath Economy Store (York) – When you make donations to LifePath Economy Stores, let staff know you’d like the donation to benefit Bell; We then receive vouchers to help Bell service users
Connect with meaningful work as a Bell employee, volunteer, or intern!
Special events that support Bell are great for corporate team building, family fun, and lots of laughs.
COMING UP:
A new event is on the horizon for spring 2027 and will kick off Give Local York on Thursday, May 7.
Email Averie Clark in Community Engagement to be on the “First to Know” list!