FINGER LAKES TOY LIBRARY INC

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PO BOX 6769ITHACA, NY 14851 United States

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https://www.fingerlakestoylibrary.org/

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Playtime Assistant

Flexible Schedule | Ithaca, NY 14850

The Finger Lakes Toy Library is seeking volunteers to help assist us in operating playtime outreach events! FLTL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to improve quality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, and encouraging a culture of reuse and sharing. We offer memberships by donation using a pay-what-you-can-honestly-afford system with no minimum costs and no late fees. We currently have a collection of over 1,300 toys, games, and puzzles and serve nearly 400 members across the Finger Lakes region. Help us continue to make a difference in the lives of children and their families! Volunteer Title: Playtime Assistant Key Volunteer Responsibilities: Check out and bring toys to playtime events at partner organizations and, occasionally, in the toy library. Ensure that all toy parts return to the toy library in the correct packaging/containers and in good condition. Answer questions from attendees about the toy library. Desired skills/qualifications of volunteer: Reliable and able to work independently. Interest in children, play, toys, and early childhood development. Interest in discussing and advocating for the toy library to attendees. Must have reliable transportation.

Date Posted: 2024-04-15
Toy Repair Technician

Flexible Schedule | Ithaca, NY 14850

Repair toys, games, and puzzles. May include using basic hand tools, cutting tools, wood glue, sewing supplies, earth-friendly paint and finish, etc. Must have experience and proficiency with at least one of the following skills: sewing, woodworking, carpentry, artistic painting. Creative, resourceful, reliable, and able to work independently. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reports to the Director of Operations.

Date Posted: 2024-02-16
Open Hours Host

Flexible Schedule | Ithaca, NY 14850

The Finger Lakes Toy Library is seeking dedicated volunteers to help run open hours on a regular basis! FLTL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to improve quality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, and encouraging a culture of reuse and sharing. We offer memberships by donation using a pay-what-you-can-honestly-afford system with no minimum costs and no late fees. We currently have a collection of over 1,300 toys, games, and puzzles and serve nearly 400 members across the Finger Lakes region. Help us continue to make a difference in the lives of children and their families! Volunteer Title: Open Hours Host Key Volunteer Responsibilities: Minimum 1 two-hour shift every other week OR 1 hour-long shift per week. Host at toy library for browsing hours to allow members to select toys to borrow, suggest toys for families from our inventory of ~1300 toys, games, and puzzles. Check toys out to members on our point-of-service iPad app. Receive toys that have been returned, and check them in. Clean toys and facilities when not busy with members and families. Desired skills/qualifications of volunteer: Reliable and able to work independently. Interest in children, play, toys, and early childhood development, and interest in discussing play needs of children with members. Ability to learn iPad software to manage checking in and out of toys.

Date Posted: 2024-04-15

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The mission of Finger Lakes Toy Library is to improve quality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, and encouraging a culture of reuse and sharing.

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FLTL is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to improve quality of life by increasing access to toys, supporting play, and encouraging a culture of reuse and sharing. We offer memberships by donation using a pay-what-you-can-honestly-afford system with no minimum costs and no late fees. We currently have a collection of over 1,300 toys, games, and puzzles and serve nearly 400 members across the Finger Lakes region.

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