Not Accepting New Volunteers
The library is currently not accepting new volunteers. Please check back later this spring.
Adult Volunteers
Adult Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are a vital part of the library and we greatly appreciate their hard work and dedication! Volunteers provide many services, including:
- Assisting with the ongoing library book sale
- Inventorying the collection
- Processing materials
- Repairing books
- Scanning photographs
- Shelving materials
- Sorting donations
How to Apply
- If you are interested in becoming an adult volunteer please fill out the adult volunteer application linked below.
- Note: if the library is at capacity for volunteers you can also apply to volunteer with the MRSPL Foundation!
- We ask our volunteers to make a commitment of 2 hours a week for at least 6 months.
- The library cannot offer opportunities to fulfill court mandated community service hours at this time.
- All library volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Questions?
For more information, please contact Billette Ripy by email or by calling 703-248-5036 (TTY 711).
Teen Volunteers
Teen Volunteers Opportunities
Area students can fulfill community service requirements by providing valuable services for the library. Students in grades 7-12 can apply to volunteer, however volunteers in grades 7 and 8 must be residents of the City of Falls Church. Teen Volunteer opportunities include:
- Shelf Monitors: Shelf monitors are assigned a section of the library collection for shelving and shelf reading. Volunteer shifts are flexible based on the volunteer's availability.
- Teen Advisory Board: The Teen Advisory Board meets monthly during the school year to give teens a voice in the library. Activities may include reviewing new books for the collection, decorating the library's teen space, and suggesting the programming you'd like to see!
- Programming Assistance (Summer only): Programming volunteers help with Summer Reading program preparation, presentation, and crowd control.
How to Apply
- Anyone wishing to volunteer should fill out the teen volunteer application below. This form must be completed and volunteers must attend training before beginning service.
- The library cannot offer opportunities to fulfill court mandated community service hours at this time.
- All library volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Questions?
For more information, please contact Jessica Borchetta by email or by calling 703-248-5034 (TTY 711).