Locate Read in Color Little Free Libraries in Los Angeles
ORGANIZATION: Little Free Library
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Calling all amateur detectives! We are seeking volunteers to locate, photograph, document, and stock select Little Free Library book-sharing boxes in the greater Los Angeles area.
Purpose: Confirming the locations and conditions of these Read in Color libraries will enable the Little Free Library organization to better support their stewards and the communities they serve.
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Responsibilities:
- Visit Read in Color Little Free Library locations according to the route you have chosen from a list of addresses we provide
- Take a photo of the library (or the location where the library should be located)
- Note the condition of the library
- Note the library charter number
- Optional: add books to the library and check in to the library in the mobile app when possible
- Communicate with Little Free Library staff about the process, challenges, and questions.
- Complete the library locator spreadsheet with details from the libraries you visited by June 30.
- Submit an Impact form in our Team LFL volunteer hub when you’re done with the project.
Training & Resources Available: Registered volunteers will receive an email with instructions for completing this project.
Supervision & Support: Lexie Neeley, Little Free Library Program Manager, will be available to answer any questions you have as you volunteer.
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About Little Free Library
Location:
2327 Wycliff St. Suite 220, St. Paul, MN 55114, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to be a catalyst for building community, inspiring readers, and expanding book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-exchange boxes.
Description
How do we achieve our mission and vision?
- Providing 24/7 book access.
Little Free Library book-sharing boxes are open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and are freely accessible to all, removing barriers to book access. - Fostering new Little Free Libraries.
Little Free Library (LFL) equips, educates, and guides volunteer stewards to establish Little Free Libraries in their communities. - Granting Little Free Libraries to high-need areas.
Through our programs, LFL grants no-cost Little Free Libraries full of books to underserved urban, suburban, rural, and Indigenous communities. - Championing diverse books.
Through our Read in Color program, LFL makes books available representing BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other diverse voices to promote understanding, empathy, and inclusion. - Working with key community partners.
LFL collaborates with schools, public libraries, civic organizations, businesses, and other groups to bring Little Free Libraries to their communities.
CAUSE AREAS
Arts & Culture,
Community,
Education & Literacy
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(34.00832 ,-118.34911 )
DATE POSTED
March 10, 2025
SKILLS
- Community Outreach
- Basic Computer Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- We estimate that visiting, photographing, and taking notes should take approximately 1-3 hours per route. You can choose when you volunteer as long as the work is completed by June 30.
- Attention to detail and an interest in playing detective Familiarity with the Little Free Library mobile app or willingness to learn Transportation to library locations Google account (Gmail/Google Drive) Cell phone with camera