Volunteer Services
Each year, community members donate their time, skills and talents to strengthen the services provided by San José Public Library.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering at your local library is a great way to:
- Use your talents
- Provide valuable service to the community
- Share your skills
- Meet great people
- Reduce your fines through service
Volunteer Resources
Volunteer Handbook (PDF) – Guidelines, information, and benefits of volunteering for the library.
Training Materials:
- Using MyVolunteerPage.com
- How to log hours
- On-Site Volunteer Orientation
- Virtual Volunteer Orientation
Log Your Hours – Login to enter your volunteer hours and update your information. (myvolunteerpage.com)
How to Become a Library Volunteer
Details on the process of becoming a library volunteer.
Volunteer FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about the volunteer experience at our library.
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Do you have library fines you want to clear? By volunteering, you can eliminate your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour. For all ages.
Volunteer of the Year Directory
Each library location and unit selects a volunteer for special recognition due to their dedication, commitment, and impact on the community.
How to Become a Library Volunteer
Details on the process of becoming a library volunteer.
Volunteer FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions about the volunteer experience at our library.
Volunteer Away Your Fines
Do you have library fines you want to clear? By volunteering, you can eliminate your library fines at a rate of $20 per hour. For all ages.
Volunteer of the Year Directory
Each library location and unit selects a volunteer for special recognition due to their dedication, commitment, and impact on the community.
Volunteer Options
Browse featured opportunities.
Academic Assistance
Help local students reach academic success at the library though a variety of opportunities.
Adult Literacy & ESL
Share your reading, writing, and conversation skills with adults in San José. Free training and learning materials provided.
Friends of the Library
Join a wonderful team of community organizers that support library programs.
Teens Reach
Build your leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates.
Academic Assistance
Help local students reach academic success at the library though a variety of opportunities.
Adult Literacy & ESL
Share your reading, writing, and conversation skills with adults in San José. Free training and learning materials provided.
Friends of the Library
Join a wonderful team of community organizers that support library programs.
Teens Reach
Build your leadership skills by developing and participating in library activities, as well as becoming library advisors and advocates.
Latest Blogs
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Celebrate AAPI Month: Meet Our Inspiring Volunteers!
Learn more about our volunteers journeys and how they’re dedicated to creating a positive impact in their community.
Meet Our 2025 Volunteers of the Year!
Every year, each of our library locations and units selects an individual volunteer to recognize as their Volunteer of the Year.
Meet Mike: A Local Legendary Poet
In honor of National Poetry Month, we spoke with a local poet, library enthusiast, and a superstar volunteer! Meet Mike McGee, a…
Meet Manju: An Incredible Woman
Meet Manju, an SJPL volunteer and strong advocate for creating intimate spaces within the library, who values quality over quantity.
Celebrate AAPI Month: Meet Our Inspiring Volunteers!
Learn more about our volunteers journeys and how they’re dedicated to creating a positive impact in their community.
Meet Our 2025 Volunteers of the Year!
Every year, each of our library locations and units selects an individual volunteer to recognize as their Volunteer of the Year.
Meet Mike: A Local Legendary Poet
In honor of National Poetry Month, we spoke with a local poet, library enthusiast, and a superstar volunteer! Meet Mike McGee, a…
Meet Manju: An Incredible Woman
Meet Manju, an SJPL volunteer and strong advocate for creating intimate spaces within the library, who values quality over quantity.
