Volunteer
Volunteer
Operation Center Volunteer Opportunities
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Promising Pages! Children should be proud of the books they receive from Promising Pages, and our warehouse volunteers make that possible by helping donated books look their best when they meet their new owners!
Volunteers help us clean and process the 250,000+ donated children’s books we receive each year in our LOSO warehouse. Individuals and groups can volunteer for 2-hour shifts (weekdays only) to help us clean, repair, and sort community book donations before they are re-homed with the 60,000 children and 200 community partners we serve each year.
Click on a volunteer category below to view available opportunities
FAQ: Know Before You Sign-Up
What to expect when volunteering?
- Volunteer shifts are 2 hours (please choose a category above for specific dates and times)
- Individuals and groups of up to 12 are welcome
- All volunteers must be 18+ (No Exceptions)
- Closed-toe shoes are required
- Free on-site parking is available, and the Scaleybark Lightrail station is a short walk from our Operations Center
- Our warehouse is not temperature-controlled, so volunteers should dress according to the weather outside
- No heavy lifting required – book processing is primarily a seated activity
- Great activity with opportunities to socialize with friends and colleagues
How do I signup to volunteer?
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Our volunteer system allows users to:
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View all of our available volunteer opportunities. It has an easy-to-use calendar view and search function.
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Check your upcoming schedule.
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Confirm your total volunteer hours.
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Receive updates from us.
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Before signing up for a shift, you must create an account with your email and chosen password. (NOTE: If you have volunteered with us before, we might already have your information in the system. Therefore, you might be prompted to claim your account when you try signing up.)
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Next, you will fill out your profile and agree to our liability waiver.
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Finally, select the shift you would like to attend.
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You will receive a confirmation email, and reminder email closer to your volunteer date.
Individual V. Group Volunteers - Quick Start Guide
- To sign up for an in-person volunteer shift, you will select either the “Groups” or “Individuals” opportunity based on if you’re coming to volunteer as a member of a group or as an individual.
- For Individuals
- Make sure to select an “Individuals” shift
- Please register at least 48 hours before your shift.
- Shifts are updated regularly and availability is based on space constraints in our Operations Center.
- For special scheduling requests, email: [email protected]
- For Groups
- For Group Leaders:
- Select a shift at least 3 weeks before your group’s event date.
- Standard shifts are limited to groups of 12 due to space constraints.
- After signing up, leaders will receive a confirmation email and signup link to share with their members.
- *Groups of 13 or more volunteers can be accommodated as a part of a Custom Volunteer Experience. If you have specific scheduling needs, please email [email protected].*
- For Group Members:
- Sign up using the link sent by your Group Leader.
- Select your group’s reserved shift. It will be highlighted in a different color and be marked as “Reserved: Company Name – Group Leader Name.”
- For Group Leaders:
Volunteer Sponsorships
Sponsorship opportunities are available for each of our programs, annual events, and large volunteer experiences.
Custom Volunteer Experiences
Custom volunteer events can be arranged for groups of 13 or more at our location or yours. Custom projects start at $25 per volunteer for a two-hour event plus the cost of project supplies. To arrange a custom event: Click to Email Us
Program & Event Sponsorships
For information on program and event sponsorships, please email [email protected] to receive a copy of our Sponsorship Menu opportunities.
Volunteer Projects
Groups and individuals can support our work in a variety of ways. The volunteer opportunities below can be done in any location and we’ll provide you with the templates and instructions to get you started.
Virtual Book Drive
Help under-resourced children build diverse libraries by hosting a virtual book drive. Download our Virtual Book Drive Flyer that links to our online book wish lists or direct participants to visit one of our independent book store partners to purchase books locally.
Bookworms & Bookmarks
If you’re feeling crafty, you can build Bookworm Buddies, color our Bilingual Bookmarks, or fold little origami bookmarks. All three projects are fun, portable, and are given to our students to foster a love of reading. Download our templates and instructions here. Bookworm Projects
Host a Book Drive
Collect new and donated children’s books and drop them off at our Operations Center. Use our How To Run A Book Drive guide and our customizable flyers to save time!
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