Locate Little Free Libraries in Cleveland
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Book lovers around the world enjoy searching for Little Free Libraries using our app. We need your help to increase the accuracy of our map of book-sharing boxes! It’s very flexible: search for libraries whenever it fits in your schedule. For your convenience, you will identify the areas around Cleveland that are easiest for you to visit. This is a solo/independent volunteer activity (unless you recruit friends and family to come with you!). It's a great option for a self-motivated volunteer.Purpose: By increasing the accuracy of Little Free Library locations on our free world map, you are helping us to build community, inspire readers, and expand book access. Responsibilities:Explore your neighborhood in the greater Cleveland, Ohio area using the free Little Free Library mobile app.If a mapped library is missing, use the app to report it and share helpful notes. (We will reach out to the caretakers of those Little Free Libraries to follow up.)If you find a book-sharing box without a charter sign, leave an invitation to join the Little Free Library network.Tag any Little Free Libraries that need books. Training & Resources Available: We will help you get to know our organization and share best practices for visiting Little Free Libraries through our self-paced online training. We’ll also mail you printed invitations & envelopes that you can share with unregistered book-sharing boxes. Qualifications:Curious and friendlyFamiliar with the Little Free Library mobile app or willing to learnHave access to transportation to get to Little Free Libraries in your communityIt's helpful to have a Google account (Gmail/Google Drive) to access training materialsVolunteer Perks: You’ll get a free Little Free Library t-shirt after you record your first impact here on the Team LFL hub!
About Little Free Library
How do we achieve our mission and vision?Providing 24/7 book access. Little Free Library book-sharing boxes are open seven days a week, 24 hours a day and are freely accessible to all, removing barriers to book access.Fostering new Little Free Libraries. Little Free Library (LFL) equips, educates, and guides volunteer stewards to establish Little Free Libraries in their communities.Granting Little Free Libraries to high-need areas. Through our programs, LFL grants no-cost Little Free Libraries full of books to underserved urban, suburban, rural, and Indigenous communities.Championing diverse books. Through our Read in Color program, LFL makes books available representing BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and other diverse voices to promote understanding, empathy, and inclusion.Working with key community partners. LFL collaborates with schools, public libraries, civic organizations, businesses, and other groups to bring Little Free Libraries to their communities.
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