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Published 1/11/26 8:52PM

Become a Global Literacy Nonprofit Chapter Founder

Books Beyond Limits
Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    Founders and collaborators are expected to create a social media page for the chapter, organize events (book donations, reading/writing workshops, etc.), track impact, and meet with global team.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    100
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Education, Immigrants or Refugees, Philanthropy, Poverty
    Benefits:
    Training Provided, Language / Cultural Support Available, Academic Credit Available
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Public Groups, International Volunteers
    Age Requirement:
    14+
    Other Requirements:
    English proficiency is preferred but not required, as is bilingualism.

    Description

    We are currently recruiting student Chapter Founders to lead local literacy and language-access initiatives within their own school or community. This opportunity is especially well-suited for internationally minded activists who are interested in service, leadership, and education. Founders are not required to have any previous nonprofit experience. Chapter Founders will receive training, curriculum resources, and ongoing mentorship from the global team.

    Responsibilities:

    • Establish and lead a local Books Beyond Limits chapter at your school or in your community
    • Recruit and manage chapter members or volunteers
    • Plan and execute literacy-focused initiatives (book drives, bilingual reading events, tutoring, workshops, etc.)
    • Serve as a liaison between your local chapter and the global organization
    • Promote chapter activities through outreach and social media
    • Track activities and impact (events held, books collected/donated, participants reached)
    • Uphold the mission, values, and branding of Books Beyond Limits

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    Livingston, NJ, USA

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    We encourage you to email booksbeyondlimits@gmail.com expressing your interest and enthusiasm in this opportunity! Chapter toolkits detailing the steps to take once we have approved you as a founder will be sent over.

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