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Published 13 days ago

Distribute books to Little Free Libraries near you

Little Free Library
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Saint Paul, MN
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    You set your own schedule. It could be a one-time project or a regular book distribution schedule.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    25
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Family, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Willing to collect or donate books. Have access to transportation to take books to Little Free Libraries. Familiarity with the Little Free Library app (or willing to learn).

    Description

    Distribute books to Little Free Libraries near you

    We need your help to keep great books accessible to communities 24/7. Visit Little Free Libraries in your community to distribute books!

    We can suggest where to look for free or inexpensive books, or if you already have some, you can share those too. You can find book-sharing boxes near you using our world map or free mobile app. Volunteers over 18 anywhere in the U.S. where there are Little Free Libraries can register for this opportunity.

    This is a great opportunity for solo volunteers looking for something flexible to fit their schedule, or for parents looking for a volunteer activity they can do with kids.

    Purpose: By keeping Little Free Libraries full of books, you are helping to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access.

    Responsibilities:

    • Collect books that are in good shape and relevant for your community.
    • Go to Little Free Libraries near you and leave books inside.
    • Use the Little Free Library app to check-in and tell us how many books you shared.
    • Submit an Impact form in our volunteer hub when you're done.

    How we can support you: We'll help you start with some online training, and we will suggest sources for books.

    Qualifications:

    • Love Little Free Libraries and supporting book access!
    • Willing to collect or donate books
    • Have access to transportation to take books to Little Free Libraries
    • Familiarity with the Little Free Library app (or willing to learn)
    • Live in the US

    Questions: You can contact the Community Engagement Manager to ask questions.

    Location

    On-site
    St Paul, MN, USA
    Directions

    Volunteers are especially needed to distribute books in these zip codes: 55106, 55411, 55412, 55117, 55404

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    Register on our volunteer website to get started. If it's your first time signing up with Team LFL, you will be prompted to create an account in our volunteer hub. Once you sign up, you will get access to tips & resources that you review independently online. Our Little Free Library staff can answer your questions by email. You can share books whenever it works for you.

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