Volunteers of the Year
San José Public Library would like to recognize these outstanding volunteers.
Volunteers of the Year
2024 Volunteers of the Year - Branches A-B
Meet the Volunteers of the Year for Almaden Branch - Biblioteca Latinoarmerica Branch.
Volunteers of the Year
2024 Volunteers of the Year - Branches C-D
Meet the Volunteers of the Year for Calabazas Branch - Dr. Roberto Cruz Alum Rock Branch.
Volunteers of the Year
2024 Volunteers of the Year - Branches E-H
Meet the Volunteers of the Year for East San José Carnegie Branch - Hillview Branch.
Volunteers of the Year
2024 Volunteers of the Year - Branches J-S
Meet the Volunteers of the Year for Joyce Ellington Branch - Seven Trees Branch.
Volunteers of the Year
2024 Volunteers of the Year - Branches T-W
Meet the Volunteers of the Year for Tully Community Branch - Willow Glen Branch.
Volunteers are the Heart of the Library
Read about the remarkable contributions of our dedicated volunteers.
Volunteer Blogs
Meet Mike: A Local Legendary Poet
In honor of National Poetry Month, we spoke with a local poet, library enthusiast, and a superstar volunteer! Meet Mike McGee, a…
Meet Manju: An Incredible Woman
Meet Manju, an SJPL volunteer and strong advocate for creating intimate spaces within the library, who values quality over quantity.
SJPL Service Day 2025
On Saturday, Feb. 8, come show us some love by giving back and beautifying your treasure-filled library.
The Generosity of Your Time: Become a Volunteer Today!
Bring happiness to the lives of others without spending a dime. Sign up to volunteer and begin making a positive impact today!
Volunteer Opportunities
Your chance to make a difference starts here.
Volunteer
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.