Idealist logoidealist
Idealist Days
Find a Job
Search
JobsInternshipsOrganizations
Resources
Nonprofit Salary Explorer
Crowdsourced compensation data in the nonprofit sector. Insights for job seekers and employers.
Career Advice
Informative and practical resources to help guide you throughout your social-impact career.
Volunteer
Volunteer
Find Volunteer OpportunitiesSearch Organizations
Resources
Volunteer Resources
Tips and inspiration for finding the perfect volunteer opportunities.
Recipes for Action
A collection of actionable ideas to make a positive impact in your community.
Post on IdealistPost
Post
Post a ListingAdd your Organization
Resources
Employer Resources
Tools and advice to help you achieve your hiring and retention goals.
Volunteer Engagement Resources
Trainings and proven practices to help you successfully recruit and engage volunteers.
API & Integrations
Business Solutions
APISearch ModuleCSR Partners

Search

Popular searches

Board member
Data analyst
Research
Health
Art
Nonprofit
Published 2/11/26 12:24AM
Done in a Day

Be a Book Sale MVP: Volunteer with us!

Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Colorado Springs, CO
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Start Date:
    March 12, 2026, 4:15 PM GMT-6
    End Date:
    March 15, 2026, 3:00 PM GMT-6
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Commitment Details:
    This short-term commitment needs volunteers over a 4-day period. Sign up for 1 or more shifts! Short 10 minute training. Must be 18 or older to volunteer.
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    70
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Community Development, Education
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Please wear appropriate closed-toe shoes and clothing you won't mind getting a little dirty. The ability to lift book boxes is helpful but not necessary for most shifts.

    Description

    Be a Book Sale MVP: Volunteer with us!

    Calling all book lovers! The Friends of PPLD need your help with our BIG Spring Book Sale! With this four-day sale, we have plenty of shifts and times available, making it easier than ever to volunteer and share your love of reading!

    Lunch, water, and snacks will be provided.

    We have several shifts available for Room Monitors. You'll keep an eye on the sales floor, consolidate displays, and assist customers.

    • Thursday, 3/12 (4:15 pm - 7:30 pm)
    • Friday, 3/13 (9:45 am - 1 pm)
    • Friday, 3/13 (12:45 pm - 4 pm)
    • SHIFT FULL ~ Saturday, 3/14 (9:45 am - 1 pm) ~ SHIFT FULL
    • Saturday, 3/14 (12:45 pm - 4 pm)
    • Sunday, 3/15 (11 am - 3 pm)

    Location

    On-site

    East Library

    5550 N Union Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918, USA
    Community Room/Children's Activity Room

    Please fill out this form

    All fields are required
    I acknowledge that use of the Idealist Applicant Tracking System is subject to Idealist's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
    Illustration

    Discover Your Calling

    Find opportunities to change the world with the latest social-impact job, internship, and volunteer listings. Plus, explore resources for taking action in your community.
    Sign Up Now
    Already a user? Log in