Volunteer at the Library

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Each year, hundreds of volunteers make a tremendous difference in our libraries and communities. In 2008, library volunteers, Project Second Chance tutors and Friends of the Library groups contributed more than 103,000 hours to support library services and programs.

As a volunteer, you bring to the library your time, skills, and dedication. And, as a member of the community, you are a reflection of the educational, informational, and cultural needs and interests of your community.

When you volunteer at the library you:

  • Provide valuable assistance
  • Learn more about your library
  • Gain meaningful experience
  • Meet new people
  • Make a difference in your community

Who Volunteers?

Library volunteers come from all walks of life! If you love libraries, enjoy learning new things, and can give at least two hours per week, we'll do our best to find the right volunteer job for you! Training is provided.

What Do Library Volunteers Do?

The Contra Costa County Library offers a variety of volunteer opportunities from which you can choose:

  • In-Library Support Services
    • Volunteers are needed to assist staff with ongoing library tasks, including:
    • Art/Bulletin board display
    • Book and video mending
    • Collection maintenance
    • Shelving and shelf-reading
    • Public Service support
    • ... and more!


  • Books for the Homebound
    • Provide a vital link to library services by delivering books and other library materials to homebound or convalescent home library users. Minimum age 18.
     
  • Homework Help
    • Help a student improve his or her study skills and find academic success that builds self-confidence. Homework Help programs are located at selected branches, during the school year only. Minimum age 16.

  • Stories To Go
    • Share the joy of books. Read stories to groups of preschool children, ages 3 -5, at child care sites. Library supplies training and Storytime Kits. Minimum age 18.

  • Technology for Teens in Transition
    • Technology for Teens in Transition Work with incarcerated juveniles to share your knowledge and empower them to use the Internet. Probation Department screening required, along with a one year commitment. Make a difference in a young person's life. Call us at 925-957-2704. Minimum age 21. Minimum age 21.

  • Friends of the Library
    • Friends of the Library groups support and promote their local libraries with book sales and fundraisers. The proceeds have enabled libraries to extend open hours and to purchase additional books, magazines and audiovisual materials.

  • Project Second Chance
    • Project Second Chance is the library's adult literacy program. Literacy tutors work one-on-one with adult learners to develop basic reading and writing skills. Minimum age 21.

Additional volunteer information is available at your local community library, or by contacting the Contra Costa County Library Volunteer Coordinator at 925-927-3211.

Library Volunteers
You can make a difference at the Library!