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Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited provides a variety of programs and services that focus on youth and family development, educational support, economic mobility, and health promotion. We offer housing assistance, employment assistance, after-school programs, GED classes, financial literacy workshops and more.

Yes! BOU is open to anyone who resides in the Lehigh Valley area or is in need of assistance from our services. We do not discriminate based on race, gender identity or sexual orientation.

BOU provides a range of services that aim to support the holistic growth and well-being of youth. This includes after school programs that foster academic success, career development courses that help young people prepare for the workforce, job placements and internships to help them gain experience in their chosen industry and mentorships with professionals in various fields.

Yes! Our scholarship program helps young people pursue higher education by providing them with financial aid for college tuition expenses. Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship type so please visit our website for further information.

Yes! We partner with local businesses and corporations to ensure our youth receive the best resources available to them as well as access to jobs within the community. Additionally, we collaborate closely with schools in order to build relationships between educators and parents/guardians while understanding student needs better.

Yes! Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited has two main facilities located in Allentown — one residential facility containing emergency housing units and another multi-use building where many of our programs are conducted.

Donations play an important role in sustaining our services at Bethlehem Opportunities Unlimited; we welcome any donations at any time throughout the year! The easiest way you can donate is through our website — simply visit us online or call us directly for more information about how you can help us bridge poverty gaps within our community.

You may be eligible for a tax deduction if your donation meets certain IRS guidelines as all charitable contributions made from individuals are tax-deductible when itemized on personal taxes returns (check IRS publications 526 & 561). Please verify your specific donation situation with your accountant or contact an IRS representative directly for further information regarding this matter.

The board members at BOU consists of volunteers who manage all operations within the organization including fundraising events, program implementation & management and financial oversight. In addition there are four full time staff members - executive director, fiscal coordinator/administrator, case manager/clinical supervisor as well as a social service volunteer coordinator.