We’ve updated our volunteer system so that those who regularly donate their time to the mission get some super sweet perks! This includes free memberships, 50% off classes, discounted open shop hours, free merch, and of course getting to chop a watermelon in half on your anniversary. Keep on reading for step-by-step deets…
STEP 1: BEGINNER VOLUNTEER
GET YOUR FEET WET AT THE LOUDEST LIBRARY IN TOWN!
BEGINNER VOLUNTEERS come in once or twice a month to:
- help our world-renowned tool librarians 
- clean, beautify, organize! 
- perform tool repair and upkeep 
- do endless and varied special projects 
- preach about us at markets and special events 
BEGINNER VOLUNTEERS receive:
- invites to special events and meet-ups 
- being a part of a cool group of humans 
- the feeling of satisfaction and blissful night’s sleep you get from contributing to a worthy cause 
NOTE: No specific tool knowledge/experience is required to volunteer - just kindness, reliability, and respect for the DTL ethos and community.
STEP 2: CORE VOLUNTEER
GET MORE INVOLVED, DRINK THE KOOL-AID.
CORE VOLUNTEERS have volunteered regularly at the DTL for a good period of time, have undergone further training on librarian operations, and can be depended on to show up for specifically scheduled monthly or bi-monthly shifts to:
- check folks in and out 
- sign up new members 
- give the disneyland tour 
- perform more detailed tool repair and upkeep 
- and much more! 
CORE VOLUNTEERS receive the same benefits as Regular Volunteers, PLUS:
- free DTL Library privileges 
- free and discounted use of DTL Open Shop 
- 50% discount on DTL Classes 
- DTL merch will be forced upon you!! 
OTHER WAYS TO VOLUNTEER
Have some Special Pro-Level Skillz in mind to contribute? Reach out to us if you…
- have connections at tool manufacturers or construction companies for tool donation 
- have connections to help with outreach and community engagement 
- have experience in grant writing or fundraising 
- are able to provide DEI trainings or consulting 
- have experience in tool repair/maintenance 
READY TO GET STARTED?
Fill out our DTL Volunteer Form and come to an orientation.

