Volunteer Opportunities

Upcoming Community Service Programs for Children

Washi Tape Bookmarks for Senior Citizens (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, June 3, 4:30–5:30 p.m.

Join us to make colorful, decorated bookmarks for our “Senior Bus” patrons. It’s a simple, creative way to bring smiles and brighten someone’s day! Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 5/20

Volunteer at Hobbs Farm (Bethel Hobbs Farm, Centereach) (Grades 3 – 5)

Tuesday, June 23, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. (School Closed)

Kids will help with various farm tasks such as weeding beds, planting seeds, and picking produce. Dress for a mess and for the weather! In the event of extreme weather, this program may be rescheduled or cancelled. Please note this program is off site and parents/caregivers (over the age of 18) must stay with their child at the farm. Click here to register starting 6/9.

Cards for Hospitalized Kids (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, June 24, 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Help brighten a child’s day! Join us to make uplifting cards for hospitalized kids. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Click here to register starting 6/10.

Take & Make: Shell-ebrate Kindness (Grades 3 – 5)

Monday, July 6

Help spread positivity throughout Three Village! Kids will pick up a shell, decorate it with kind and encouraging messages, and place it somewhere for others to discover. It’s a simple, creative way to make our community a little kinder. Pick up your shell kit starting Mon., July 6. Participants should take a photo of their finished shell and where they placed it, then email it to marcela@emmaclark.org by Fri., July 31. Participants will earn two hours of community service credit after submitting their photo. Only one shell kit per child. Reserve your kit here starting 7/6.

Hygiene Kits for People in Need (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, July 8, 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Join us to make hand stenciled decorative pouches filled with basic necessities for people in need. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Register here starting 7/1

Birthday Banners & Cards for Kids (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, July 22, 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Help us make cheerful birthday banners and cards for kids who are spending their birthdays in the hospital. It’s a thoughtful way to spread joy and help them celebrate. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Register here starting 7/15

Volunteer at Hobbs Farm (Bethel Hobbs Farm, Centereach) (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, July 29, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Encouragement Cards for Seniors (Grades 3 – 5)

Tuesday, August 4, 3:00–4:00 p.m.

Join us to make uplifting encouragement cards for seniors living in a nursing home. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Register here starting 7/28.

Volunteer at Hobbs Farm (Bethel Hobbs Farm, Centereach) (Grades 3 – 5)

Tuesday, August 18, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Tote Bags for Supply Drives (Grades 3 – 5)

Wednesday, August 19, 4:00–5:00 p.m.

Join us for a fun and creative tote bag decorating session! Kids will get to design colorful, one-of-a-kind bags that will be used for library supply drives. It’s a great way to get crafty and give back to the community! Participants will earn one hour of community service credit. Register here starting 8/12

Ongoing community service opportunities that can be done from home:

Color a Smile (Grades K – 2): Click here for detailed instructions.

Book Reviews for Kids (Grades 3 – 5): Click here for detailed instructions.

Letters to Our Troops (Grades 3 – 5): Click here for detailed instructions.

Other Local Volunteering Opportunities for Kids: Click here for details.

How to request a Community Service Verification Letter.

Please note: The Library provides a variety of community service credit opportunities. When applying for a society or award, it is your responsibility to confirm that the credit earned through the Library is accepted by the organization.

Questions? Email kids@emmaclark.org