Without volunteers, there would be no Friends of the Public Library.Through the sale of books and other media, Friends help raise funds that support our mission and numerous library programs. |
WHAT VOLUNTEERS DOVolunteers sort, price, and arrange books for the book sales or work in the Bookshop. The Friends’ Coordinator trains new volunteers and helps them find the right niche. All volunteering takes place at the Main Library during the day. Volunteers receive free parking. In additional to the regular roles at the library, volunteers are also needed for special events and specific tasks, such as membership database maintenance and social media efforts. There is flexibility in the time and location of these volunteer opportunities. | CONTACT US(505) 768-5167 Because of possible conflicts of interest, book dealers are not accepted as volunteers. Like all City of Albuquerque volunteers, a background check is required. |
SEEKING A TREASURER FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Friends’ board needs a new Treasurer who will provide oversight, interpretation, and informed advice. Bookkeeping is outsourced to an outstanding bookkeeper who prepares checks, processes payroll and related taxes, and issues internal financial statements. The treasurer and president will coordinate signatory approval on checks and bank transfers. The treasurer will provide regular updates to the board on financial standing, review investments accounts, prepare an annual budget, and coordinate the annual audit and tax-exempt tax return. Time commitment is approximately 5 hours a month. If you have an aptitude for numbers and want to support literacy, email president@friendsofthepubliclibrary.org.