Volunteering for kids
The Youth Services Deparment has fun and safe volunteer opportunities for kids in grades 4-6. Volunteer hours may be used to fulfill service commitments at school or other organizations.
Write a Book Report!
Have you recently read a book you couldn't put down? Is there a book you read months ago, but can't stop thinking about it? How about a book that you felt could have been better, and you have been wanting to get those thoughts off of your chest? Write it up in a Book Report using this form, and you will earn two hours of volunteer credit. And if you like, we will feature it in Rocky's eNewsletter.
Summer Reading Challenge Volunteer
If you're friendly, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children, sign up to become a Summer Reading Challenge Volunteer at the Des Plaines Public Library! SRC Volunteers MUST be entering grades 7-12 in the Fall of 2024.
To volunteer, please fill out this form.
If you have any questions email Becky Keane at bkeane@dppl.org or call 847-376-2832
Youth Services Volunteer
If you are in grades 6-12, sign up to be a Youth Services Volunteer!
To volunteer, please fill out this form or come in and fill one out in person at the Youth Services Desk.
Sample tasks include:
• Making craft samples and putting kits together
• Pulling materials from the shelves for staff projects and displays
• Cleaning early literacy toys and instruments
• Dusting and organizing
• Helping staff in programs by setting up, organization, assisting patrons, etc.
Volunteers will choose a two-hour shift from our schedule and must agree to complete four shifts. Once you have submitted an application, you will be contacted by library staff within two weeks.