Volunteering
Volunteering at the library is a great way to build your skills and give back to the community. We will work with you to find a volunteer opportunity that meets your needs.
Have Questions?
Dawn Wlezien, Volunteer/SALS Specialist
APPLYING TO VOLUNTEER
To schedule an appointment, please contact Dawn Wlezien at 847-324-3185 or *EMAIL*.
Court Ordered Community Service
Teens who have been ordered to complete at least 10 hours of volunteer service may be able to do them at the library. Teens, age 14 through their senior year of high school, must be enrolled in a Skokie school district. Please call or email to schedule an interview with the volunteer coordinator (required). Persons under the age of 18 need the signature of a parent or guardian to perform service hours at the library.
CURRENT OPENINGS
We are currently seeking volunteers for the following programs:
To apply, please submit a volunteer application.
Please note that applicants must be at least 19 years old for the homebound delivery opportunity and 21 years old for the other current openings.
TEEN VOLUNTEERING
The Young Adult Summer Volunteer Program is here for high school and middle school students. Learn more and apply.
High school students interested in earning volunteer hours during the school year can serve as teen project leaders for family activities on specific Community Volunteering Days at the library. Contact Laurel Johnson for more information or to express interest.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
In addition to our open volunteer opportunities, we have a number of special programs that need volunteers. Please inquire at the library.