The greatest number of volunteers work in support of the Book Sale. Volunteers need only to show up in the basement of Mahon Library during sorting times. The Sale offers opportunities for leadership in such areas as planning, organizing donations and work schedules, taking charge of various categories of sale items, and best of all The opportunity to make new and lasting friendships. The FOL Executive Board is comprised of volunteers who serve in a dozen offices. Elections are held at the FOL Annual Meeting.
Any member can volunteer to serve on the board.
A committee submits nominations to the membership for consideration. FOL members are frequently found as volunteers working within any of the organizations supported by FOL funds. Volunteer Privileges Volunteers who have donated a specific number of hours have opportunities to purchase books before the sale doors open. This privilege is limited by the number of hours worked and the quality of books selected.