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Volunteer Opportunities
Frequent Volunteering Questions
At this time, the Library does not have available opportunities that fit this need. Please contact volunteer@sclibnj.org if you have any questions.
Please use the following link for more information on how to submit a program for consideration:
If there is a specific program or service you wish to help with at your local library branch, ask the staff organizer there if you can help! If there’s not a specific opportunity at your local branch, email volunteer@sclibnj.org
Check out the Friends of the Library! For more information about the Friends Groups use the following link to learn more about being a Friend:
Please reach out!
Call: (908)458-4950
Email: volunteer@sclibnj.org
Volunteer Opportunities with Library Partners
Feeding Hands is in need of volunteers of all ages to help get groceries into the hands of their neighbors in need. There are many volunteer roles available with opportunities on weekdays (morning and evening) and some weekends. Roles include packing boxes, pushing carts, restocking, organizing, and talking with guests (Spanish/English bilingual volunteers are always needed!)
Visit: www.feedinghandspantry.org
Call: 908-397-6452
Email: hello@feedinghandspantry.org
The Food Bank is looking for volunteers to help with operations at the main site in Bridgewater and satellite outreach sites across the county. Food Bank volunteers help sort received items, stock the pantries, gather donations, and help clients find what they need. There are opportunities for all skill levels and time commitments. The Food Bank especially needs volunteers during the day on weekdays.
More information:
- Visit: somersetfoodbank.org
- Call: (732)560-1813
- Email: volunteer@somersetfoodbank.org
LVSC is looking for volunteers who would like to teach English to adults in Somerset County. LVSC volunteer tutors meet with their students at our libraries, and help their students reach life goals big and small - from ordering from a menu to preparing for the U.S. Citizenship test.
Teaching experience is not required, and training is provided.
More information:
- Visit: literacysomerset.org
- Call: (908)725-5430
- Email: info@literacysomerset.org
Teen Volunteering
Adult Volunteering
Volunteer opportunities for adults will be posted in the application as they become available.
Submission of the volunteer application does not guarantee placement or engagement as a library volunteer. Applicants will receive an automatic confirmation email once their application has been received. Applicants for open volunteer opportunities will be contacted by the Library within 2 weeks regarding the status of their application.