Needs From: Volunteer Houston

No prior experience required, but needs ability to self-teach in a timely manner. Research, write, prepare, submit and report on proposals to foundations, corporations and other grant-making organizations. Identifies new funding and material donations to support the Freeman Library and Friends of Freeman programs. Strong organizational and time management skills. Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheet and database development.

The Freeman Bookstore regularly needs new volunteers to those who leave for a variety of reasons. Volunteers sell, straighten, and shelve books. Volunteers must be able to learn Square point-of-sale technology. Shifts are 2½ hours Monday through Saturday. Most shifts are currently staffed by incumbent volunteers. The remainder are on a substitute list. Substitutes normally have ample opportunities to work when open shifts occur.

A good match for people with knowledge of books &/or who have experience working in a bookstore or library. Sales experience is a plus.

Should live within 5-7 miles of Freeman Library.

An application form can be found at https://friendsoffreeman.org/volunteer. Complete the application and return it by email to freemanfriends@yahoo.com or in-person to the bookstore. For additional information, please phone 932-927-5444 or email us at freemanfriend@yahoo.com.

The Friends of Freeman Library is a nonprofit organization that supports the Clear Lake-Harris County Branch Library. Today libraries need support more than ever as they work to provide books and technology that meet the needs of the entire community.

We are looking for community-minded board members to raise funds and awareness for the library. All funds raised by the Friends-through donations, memberships, bookstore sales, online book sales, fundraisers and more-help fund special programs, events, services, and collections at our library. The board meets monthly at the library.

Fundraising, marketing, or social media experience is a plus.