Students in grades 7–12: You can help others without leaving home and earn volunteer hours, too! This online teen volunteer program is completely flexible: no library card required; no application or training; volunteer when it fits your schedule; no minimum or maximum hours. Do what you can, when you can! And you'll make a positive difference in the world.
Spring program runs from January 10 through April 13, 2024.
For Example:
The "By the People" activity earns you 1 volunteer hour for each hour you spend transcribing documents.
- If you spent three (3) hours transcribing documents, complete and submit three (3) Service Projects Forms (one for each hour) to earn 3 volunteer hours.
The "Cards for Hospitalized Kids" activity earns you 1 volunteer hour each time you decorate 1 card.
- If you decorate 5 cards one afternoon, submit five (5) Service Projects Forms (one for each card) to earn all 5 volunteer hours.
The library cannot supervise and fulfill court mandated community service hours.
Questions? Contact coordinator Diane Presta at jrvolunteer@vapld.info or call 224-543-1486 during library hours.
Service hours will be totaled for all volunteers who successfully complete activities and submit all forms after the program ends on April 13.
Certificates will be emailed to the email address we have on file. It includes your name, total hours volunteered, and the coordinator's signature. Email Diane Presta at jrvolunteer@vapld.info if you did not receive your certificate or have any questions.
Volunteer hours can only be verified after the program ends on April 13. After you receive your certificate, you or your school representative may email verification forms or links to Diane Presta at jrvolunteer@vapld.info.