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Columbus Kids' Book Bank Supported by Huntington

Volunteer

Your time is a gift to children in our community. From sorting books to hosting a book drive, there are many opportunities to support our mission.

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Our volunteers provide critical support by generously sharing their time and talents.

Have questions? Click here to view frequently asked questions or contact us.


Do you have a group of 8 or more to volunteer? If so, please submit a group request form.

Volunteer Opportunities

Individuals

Learn about individual volunteer opportunities to impact our community.

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Corporations and Groups

Learn about opportunities to foster your groups social responsibility. 

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Individuals

Learn about volunteer opportunities available through 2nd & 7. Volunteer as an individual or with your friends!

Sort Books

Sort and organize book donations at the book bank.

Host a Book Drive

Collect new and gently used books for the book bank.

Monthly Book Giveaways

Evening opportunities to help us distribute directly to the community.

Host a Fundraiser

Help raise awareness and funds for our mission.

Outreach

Help us raise awareness about the book bank.

Fill Little Free Libraries

You can pick up books from us to fill any Little Free Libraries.

Be a Little Free Library Steward

You can be responsible for the care and maintenance of a Little Free Library. 

Have Another Idea?

Do you  have an idea not listed? Lets make it happen!

Corporations and Groups

Learn about volunteer opportunities for your team to impact our community.
A perfect way to foster team building and social responsibility.

Team Building

Sort and organize book donations at the book bank.

Team Book Drive

Collect new and gently used books for the book bank.

Fundraisers

Help us raise funds to purchase additional diverse books to disperse in the community.

Fill Little Free Libraries

You can pick up books from us to fill any Little Free Libraries.

Be a Little Free Library Steward

Your organization can be responsible for the care and maintenance of a Little Free Library. 

Sponsorships

Support our mission through event sponsorship opportunities.

Volunteer FAQs

Anyone can volunteer at the Book Bank - you do not need to be a student-athlete. Volunteers at the book bank must be 12 years old to perform typical volunteer activities.  For groups with volunteers under 12 years old, age appropriate activities will be arranged.  Volunteers under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult volunteer with a minimum ratio of 6:1. 

Book Bank shifts typically last 2 hours. Community distribution events may vary and are listed on the sign up form.

We recommend dressing comfortably when you volunteer at the book bank.  Be sure to wear comfortable shoes too.