Make a Difference in Your Community

 

Thanks for your interest in volunteering with Friends of the Multnomah County Library! For over 50 years, volunteers have been at the heart of everything we do. Every month, our volunteers contribute more than 600 hours of their time, helping us raise vital funds that support the Library’s incredible programs and services.

Why Volunteer with Us?

Volunteering is a great way to give back while doing something you enjoy. When you join our team, you’ll:

  • Build valuable skills in retail, customer service, event planning, and online sales

  • Meet fellow book lovers and library supporters

  • Play a meaningful role in supporting one of the best library systems in the country

 

Current Volunteer Opportunities

Rose City Reads - Bookstore & Sort Room

Come help out at our used bookstore! We're looking for friendly folks to assist with:

  • Customer service

  • Sorting and shelving books

  • Online sales and order fulfillment

  • Event support and marketing

Helpful skills: Experience with books or retail is a big plus. Must be able to lift boxes of books and be at least 18 years old.
Time commitment: Weekly shifts for at least 6 months.
Shifts available: Tuesday – Saturday,

  • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

We especially need help with shelving and online shipping on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.

Location:
Rose City Reads
221 NE 122nd Ave, Suite A
Portland, OR 97230

 

Friends Library Store – Central Library

Join us at the Friends Library Store inside the Central Library! Volunteers help with:

  • Customer service

  • Stocking shelves with books and merchandise

  • Light marketing tasks

Helpful skills: Retail or customer service experience is welcome but not required. Must be 18 or older.
Time commitment: Weekly shifts for at least 6 months.
Shifts available: Friday – Saturday

  • 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM

  • 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Location:
Central Library
801 SW 10th Ave.
Portland, OR 97205

 

Interested in Serving on Our Board?

We’re not currently accepting board applications, but we appreciate your interest! Our next recruitment cycle will begin in Spring 2026, so please check back then for opportunities to get involved at a leadership level.

In the meantime, we’d love for you to join us as a volunteer or stay connected by signing up for updates and events.

 

Ready to Get Involved?

Thank you again for your interest in volunteering! Reach out to us at volunteer@friends-library.org to learn more.

Looking for other ways to get involved? Be sure to check out volunteer opportunities offered by Multnomah County Library.

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