Volunteers of the Year
San José Public Library would like to recognize these outstanding volunteers.
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.
Volunteers are the Heart of the Library
Read about the remarkable contributions of our dedicated volunteers.
Volunteer Blogs
The Next Generation Salutes Our Veterans
San José Public Library's Volunteer Services Unit spoke with teen volunteers who are deeply passionate about honoring & remembering Veterans
Bridging the Digital Divide: Meet Tech Mentor Brad Johnson
October is Digital Inclusion Month at SJPL and we are celebrating our tech mentor, Brad.
Celebrating Friends of the Library Week!
Friends Groups support is crucial for maintaining library services and resources that benefit diverse populations.
National Hispanic Heritage Month: Volunteer Spotlight
Let's celebrate the remarkable contributions of our volunteers who are part of the heart and soul of our community programs!
Volunteer Opportunities
Your chance to make a difference starts here.
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Volunteer Services
Volunteering is a great way to use your talents, provide valuable service to the community, learn new skills, and meet great people!
Volunteer Opportunties
Learn About Volunteering
Explore how your efforts can make a meaningful impact.
Volunteer Options
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.