Log in Search term Find Show search options Catalog Website Explore Using the Library Research New & Notable Events News Apply Now Volunteering at the ACPL Volunteers are essential to the function of the ACPL. From the opening of the library in 1895, volunteers have played vital roles at the Allen County Public Library. Each year over 1000 individuals give of their time and talents to assist staff in the delivery of quality service to customers at the Main Library and all thirteen branches. The priority of the Volunteer Services department is to ensure a win-win situation for both volunteers and staff that will result in positive, satisfying experiences. Questions? For more information on any of the volunteer positions listed, please call Danielle Gleason at (260) 421-1233 or e-mail her at dgleason@acpl.info Volunteer The purpose of the Volunteer Services Department is to empower individuals to the productive use of their talents, skills and gifts in providing the highest level of quality service to the patrons of the Allen County Public Library. Adopted July, 1994 Revised October,1996 FAQs What kind of opportunities are available? A variety of volunteer opportunities are available at the library that may suit your interests and our needs How much time do I have to commit? From weekly commitments, to assisting monthly, to one-time special events, or volunteering as a family unit. How old do I have to be? If you are 13 years or older, you may apply to be a volunteer at the ACPL. Individuals under the age of 18 must obtain parental/guardian permission. How do I apply? You can find our Volunteer Application here. What is the application process? If your interests and skills match our needs, an interview will be scheduled which will include filling out an application, discussing time commitments, and going over other aspects of volunteering. Enjoy reading aloud, and empowering others? The Audio Reading Service broadcasts the live reading of the Fort Wayne Journal Gazette, and we broadcast the recorded readings of over 65 other publications such as Fort Wayne Business News, Prevention, People, Consumer Reports, and The New Yorker. Our target audience is listeners of all ages who have visual, physical, learning, or language challenges to reading traditional printed materials. Available Opportunities: Current, up-to-date local news is our focus, and most important to our listeners! Read the Journal Gazette live, with a volunteer partner, every Friday morning. The time commitment: 8:00 am -11:00 am. If your skills and passions match our needs, we'd love to have you join our audio reading team of ACPL volunteers! An interview and audition is required. Please contact the Audio Reading Service at (260) 421-1375, or audioreader@acpl.info with any questions. Subscribe to our newsletter Subscribe 900 Library Plaza Fort Wayne, IN 46802 (260) 421-1200 ask@acpl.info About ACPL Careers Contact Us Donate Volunteer Indiana Gateway Accessibility Statement Privacy Statement © Allen County Public Library 2021