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

Address

150 E San Fernando, San José, CA 95112

Volunteer Resources

Volunteer Handbook (PDF) – Guidelines, information, and benefits of volunteering for the library.

Training Materials:

Log Your Hours – Login to enter your volunteer hours and update your information. (myvolunteerpage.com)

Volunteer Options

Browse featured opportunities.

Latest Blogs

Celebrate and become inspired.

Cambrian Library's Volunteer Spotlight: Amy

Cambrian Library's Volunteer Spotlight for 2024 is Amy, one of wonderful Library Services volunteers.

Reading to Children Volunteers at Cambrian Branch

Meet Cambrian Branch's Reading to Children Volunteers, who read to children almost every day!

In Remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

In remembrance of Dr. King, we share a story from a San José Public Library employee who witnessed Dr. King speak in 1964.

MLK Day of Service at SJPL

On Saturday, January 20, volunteer to beautify your branch and wipe away your library fines while honoring MLK’s legacy.
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