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Volunteering in
Cheltenham Township
 

Did You Know?
Since 1994, Cheltenham Township has honored the contributions of Township volunteers by presenting silver and gold certificates in recognition of 10 and 20 years of service.

Approximately 800 residents participate in the various Township volunteer organizations. Conservatively, the total hours our volunteers work each year tops 54,000. To replace them with paid employees would cost tax payers millions of dollars each year in wages, benefits and equipment.

However, we do not judge the value of these volunteers by dollars alone. Their dedication to the tasks they choose goes well beyond a financial implication. Those of you who have had contact with these volunteers -- whether during a crisis or normal business -- can appreciate the hours of training, work and devotion they each demonstrate.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteering is a great way to meet new friends, get acquainted with your community and feel great for making a positive difference. The following Cheltenham Township organizations are always seeking new volunteers:

Public Safety Organizations

  • Cheltenham Fire Company

  • Elkins Park Fire Company

  • Glenside Fire Company

  • LaMott Fire Company

  • Ogontz Fire Company

The all-volunteer fire companies protect the lives and property of their neighbors, 24/7. Extensive training and safety equipment supplied.

Contact: 215-887-6200, ext. 235.

Emergency Medical Service (EMS)

Volunteers supplement paid emergency medical technicians and paramedics.  Contact: 215-887-5925.

Auxiliary Police

Volunteers assist regular police by providing traffic and crowd control at special events and emergency scenes. Contact: 215-885-1600, ext. 424.

Town Watch

Join an existing Town Watch or start one in your own neighborhood by volunteering just 2 hours per month. Contact: 215-885-1600, ext. 482.

“Friends of” Township Parks

  • Ralph Morgan Park, Wyncote

  • Thomas Williams Park, Wyncote

  • High School Park, Elkins Park

  • Wall Park, Elkins Park

 

Plant native species, remove weeds, clean up litter and more to promote your neighborhood park.

Contact: Ralph Morgan Park – 215-885-1506

 Thomas Williams Park – 215-885-9592

 High School Park – 215-782-8082

 Wall Park Park – 215-887-8881

“Friends of” Township Libraries

  • East Cheltenham Free Library

  • Elkins Park Free Library

  • Glenside Free Library

  • LaMott Free Library

Organize fund-raisers and special events to support your neighborhood library.

Contact:  East Cheltenham – 215-379-2077

 Elkins Park – 215-635-5000

 Glenside – 215-885-0455

 LaMott – 215-635-4419

Main Street Committees

  • Marketing and Promotions

  • Organization and Development

  • Design

  • Economic Restructuring

These committees work with the Economic Development Task Force and Main Street Manager to help revitalize the community’s commercial districts. Contact: 215-887-6200, ext. 113.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Citizen Committees
Contact: 215-887-6200, ext. 230

Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Committee

Helps ensure Township complies with federal law prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities.

Civil Service Commission

Advises Township Manager on recruitment, selection and promotion of all permanent, full-time, non-policy-making positions.

Economic Development Task Force

Recommends policies and programs that will facilitate an increase in the tax base as well as promote economic development in the Township.

Environmental Advisory Council (and subcommittees)

Spearheads the protection, conservation, management, promotion and use of the Township’s natural resources in a sustainable way.

Historical Commission

Oversees operations at historic Richard Wall House Museum, offers historic programs and catalogues cultural resources.

Human Relations Committee

Advises on procedures and programs to encourage respect for the rights of all citizens.

LaMott Board of Historical Architectural Review

Makes recommendations on exterior changes to structures within the LaMott historic district.

LaMott Community Center Citizens Committee

Advises on the operation and programming at the LaMott Community Center.

Library Board

Supervises, maintains and operates the Township's library facilities.

Parking and Traffic Advisory Committee

Makes recommendations regarding traffic and parking.

Planning Commission

Makes recommendations on commercial and residential land developments and subdivisions and on Township land planning policies.

Rowland Community Center Citizens Committee

Advises on the operation and programming at the Rowland Community Center.

Shade Tree Advisory Commission

Makes recommendations on landscaping and trees for commercial and residential land developments and subdivisions and on Township-wide shade tree issues.

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Committee

Informs the public of available information and services regarding drug and alcohol problems and mental health issues.

Twinning Committee

Recommends programs, events and projects to foster friendship with sister town Cheltenham, England.

Wyncote Board of Historical Architectural Review

Makes recommendations on exterior changes to structures within the Wyncote historic district.

Zoning Hearing Board

A quasi-judicial body that conducts public hearings and issues rulings on appeals from decisions of Township Zoning Officer.

 

 

 
 
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