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ORGANIZATION: Little Free Library

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Book lovers around the world enjoy searching for Little Free Libraries using our app. We need your help to increase the accuracy of our map of book-sharing boxes!

You can get started in 2 steps: register on our website and then complete a self-paced online training. We will show you how easy it is to use our free app to find Little Free Libraries and report any that are missing.

It’s very flexible: search for libraries whenever it fits in your schedule. For your convenience, you will identify the areas of NYC that are easiest for you to visit. This is a solo/independent volunteer activity (unless you recruit friends and family to come with you!). It's a great option for a self-motivated volunteer.

Purpose: By increasing the accuracy of Little Free Library locations on our free world map, you are helping us to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access.

Responsibilities:

  • Explore your neighborhood in NYC using the free Little Free Library mobile app.
  • If a mapped library is missing, use the app to report it and share helpful notes. (We will reach out to the caretakers of those Little Free Libraries to follow up.)
  • If you find a book-sharing box without a charter sign, leave an invitation to join the Little Free Library network.
  • Collect information about the book-sharing boxes you find so that we can do follow up outreach.

Training & Resources Available: We will help you get to know our organization and share best practices for visiting Little Free Libraries through our self-paced online training. We’ll also mail you printed invitations & envelopes that you can share with unregistered book-sharing boxes.

Qualifications:

  • Curious and friendly
  • Familiar with the Little Free Library mobile app or willing to learn
  • Able to collect information while on-the-go and share it with us via online forms
  • Have access to transportation to get to Little Free Libraries in your community
  • It's helpful to have a Google account (Gmail/Google Drive) to access training materials

Volunteer Perks: You’ll get a free Little Free Library t-shirt after you record your first impact here on the Team LFL hub! If you need hours verified for a service-learning or workplace volunteer program, Little Free Library can provide verification.

Supervision & Support: Little Free Library’s Community Engagement Manager can answer questions.

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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

We expand book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led Little Free Library book-sharing boxes.

How do we achieve our mission and vision?

  1. 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.
  2. Fostering new Little Free Libraries. Little Free Library (LFL) equips, educates, and guides volunteer stewards to establish Little Free Libraries in their communities.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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
Arts & Culture, Community, Education & Literacy

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

New York, NY 10024

(40.78595,-73.97419)
 

DATE POSTED

April 3, 2025

SKILLS

  • Community Outreach
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Verbal / Written Communication

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • Please complete the Little Free Library visits by the end of June 2025. You can schedule your volunteer time based on your own availability.
  • After your registration is approved, you will have access to an online training that you can complete at your own pace. It's helpful to have a Google/Google Drive account to access training materials.

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