Volunteers are important in providing quality service to residents in our communities. As a volunteer, you will help enhance and expand the services and programs offered by the County of Los Angeles Public Library. For this reason, volunteers with a variety of skills, interests and abilities are needed to become part of a team devoted to enriching the lives of others.

Community members of all ages are encouraged to get involved with the public library. As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to work a flexible schedule. If you have some time to spare or a talent you wish to share, contact your local library or the Volunteer Program Coordinator.

Why Volunteer?

Everyone benefits when you choose to volunteer:

• The communities of Los Angeles County benefit. The public library is an integral part of every community. Be a part of providing services and programs that improve the quality of life in your community.
• Volunteers reap many benefits such as learning new skills, meeting new people, gaining work experience and earning school credit.
• The staff benefit because volunteers provide more team members who are there because they want to help.

Who Volunteers?

Anyone can volunteer. There is no experience required; we provide the training. Volunteers with a variety of skills, interests, and abilities are needed. Volunteers include: individuals, teens, youth and community service organizations, philanthropic organizations, businesses and corporations.

What do volunteers do?

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available at the County of Los Angeles Public Library. Here are just a few examples:

• Shelve books
• Create displays
• Mend and repair library materials
• Deliver books to the homebound
• Tutor at Literacy Centers
• Help with library programs

How can you become a volunteer?

For more information on volunteer opportunities, contact:

Volunteer Program Coordinator
7400 East Imperial Highway
Downey, CA 90242
(562) 940-8559
kkramer@library.lacounty.gov