# Volunteering Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Penn Hills Library. Your willingness to share your time and talents will enrich our library and enhance our ability to serve the public. ## Where to Start ### I am an adult interested in volunteering. Complete the [Volunteer Application.
Northland Public Library (Ross Township / McCandless area — one of the largest non-CLP branches in Allegheny County) accepts adult volunteers across program support and the semi-annual book sale. PA Act 153 clearances (PA Criminal History, Child Abuse, FBI for non-PA residents) are required for most roles, renewable every 60 months.
Sewickley Public Library accepts volunteer applications for future openings — currently not actively onboarding new volunteers but accepting applications for consideration when openings arise. Volunteers perform many roles supporting library services. Application form on the page captures preferences (day of week, motivations) for matching when slots open.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Donating your finished crafts for fundraising needs. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Helping with fundraising events. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Helping with program preparations. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Taking items for recycling. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Straightening shelves. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Shelf reading. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Cleaning and dusting books, movies and other library materials. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Covering/processing new materials. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Watering plants. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
Pleasant Hills Public Library volunteer task — Pulling materials to send for requests at other libraries. Volunteers at Pleasant Hills support library operations across a range of programs; the volunteer team contributes to weekly activities, special projects, and community programming. PA Act 153 clearances may be required for child-facing roles.
## Here’s where you come in It’s people like you who keep our mission alive! When you volunteer with us, you’re making a real impact on the lives of local students. We’ll help you find the volunteering experience that best suits your time and talents.
Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania volunteer role — Environmental education. This includes the volunteer naturalist program, as well as a variety of administrative support opportunities and seasonal activities. The volunteer naturalists lead groups of ten or so school children on thematic nature walks.
University of Pittsburgh community partner — volunteer with Amachi Pittsburgh. [Amachi Pittsburgh]() matches vulnerable children (ages 6-18) who have been affected by a family member being incarcerated, with caring mentors who offer guidance, encouragement and enrichment in order to help develop self-esteem, new perspective and positive relationships.
JFCS volunteer role (Refugee & Immigrant Services) — Family or Individual Mentorship. Work closely with a refugee individual or family to help them achieve important goals, such as: []: Required -Learning to identify and understand important mail []: Required -Becoming familiar with their new neighborhood []: Required -Navigating the U.S.
JFCS volunteer role (We are excited to have you on board!) — Immigrant Family or Individual Mentorship. Work closely with a refugee individual or family to help them achieve important goals, such as: []: Required -Learning to identify and understand important mail []: Required -Becoming familiar with their new neighborhood []: Required -Navigating the…
JFCS volunteer role (We are excited to have you on board!) — Teach Microsoft and Outlook workshops. Volunteers will teach participants how to use Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Outlook software programs. Teaching materials are provided. This role requires a long-term commitment to leading workshops one to three times per month.
JFCS volunteer role (We are excited to have you on board!) — 412Futures. 412 Futures is a program for immigrant teens ages 14 to 22. Work with Youth Specialists to help teens with English acquisition, homework, soft skills, prepare for interviews, and apply for higher education or technical schools.
# Volunteer tutoring in Pittsburgh Meet inspiring people with diverse experiences, grow as a person, and make a difference in someone’s life. Volunteer Spotlight: Karen “My experience as a tutor opened my eyes to how hard people will work to achieve goals.
Mt. Lebanon Public Library accepts volunteers for the Book Cellar (sorting and selling donated books), book sorting, garden maintenance, and the Teen Planning Committee (ages 13–18). Most roles require one or more shifts per month.
Braddock Carnegie Library (Carnegie One) accepts volunteers across four tracks: Fundraising support, Program & Events assistance, Landscaping and garden maintenance, and Heavy Labor for building upkeep. The library serves the Mon Valley and runs youth programs, community events, and historic building preservation.
Carnegie Library of Homestead offers volunteer opportunities in five areas: reading with children, after-school tutoring, supporting Music Hall events, Friends of the Library initiatives, and board or committee service. Volunteering is managed by the library's development office; contact them for current openings.
Join our volunteer team that empowers students enrolled in our Gismondi Job Training Program to practice and improve their interview skills and confidence by providing a welcoming and supportive space. These interviews could be done face to face or virtually. Volunteer Responsibilities * Conduct 30-minute mock interviews.