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65 people are interested
Books for All - Home Delivery
ORGANIZATION: CBUS LIBRARIES
Please visit the new page to apply.
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65 people are interested
Help bring free, high-quality literature directly to Central Ohio homes. With school and library closures, COVID-19 has directly impacted everyone's access to stories that feed, nurture & delight us.
Be a part of a team delivering up to 10 books per household across the greater Columbus area. Help spread the love of reading directly to residents' homes.
This unique opportunity requires:
- Drivers to be 18 years old and up
- Reliable transportation and good driving record
- Temperature check at beginning of shift
- Facemask at all times when handling books (including driving to dropoff locations)
- Observance of Ohio and U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines regarding COVID-19, including physical distancing of at least 6 feet
- Sunday deliveries only
More opportunities with CBUS LIBRARIES
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About CBUS LIBRARIES
Location:
316 E KELSO RD, COLUMBUS, OH 43202, US
Mission Statement
Cbus Libraries champions Central Ohio libraries, library enthusiasts and the love of reading.
Description
Founded in 2014 and established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2018, Cbus Libraries has successfully collaborated with United Way, grassroots community organizations and local artists to reach tens of thousands and promote the love of reading. At our core, online monthly features connect the region’s extraordinary and unique libraries with nearly ten thousand followers worldwide.
Awards
- 2021 Greater Columbus Arts Council and Ohio Arts Council Grants
- 2020 OELMA Literacy Leader Award
- 2018 Columbus Community Festival Arts Grant
- 2017 Community Festival Grant
- 2016 & 2017 United Way of Central Ohio Neighborhood Partnership Grant
Select Programs
- Libraries Everywhere surprises and delights citizens at events and locations throughout Central Ohio. Permanent little free libraries are placed in areas of need and elevate the neighborhood’s rich cultural heritage. Moby, our mobile little library, captivates guests at special events and festivals. Art and library installations bring wonder and excitement to children and adults alike. And school literacy initiatives are enhanced through our partnerships.
- #CbusIsLit promotes events in Central Ohio and will expand to include the celebration of literary creators through dynamic murals.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
The Columbus Metro AreaColumbus, OH 43202
DATE POSTED
September 28, 2020
SKILLS
- Literacy / Reading
- Library Sciences
- Reading / Writing
- Delivery
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Must be at least 18
- We estimate an hour for pickup and deliveries. Additional time for those that request it.
- A volunteer release and waiver of liability form as well as a delivery commitment must be agreed to and signed before starting. Thank you!