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GFO Research Library


Operating Hours:

Sun: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mon: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tue: 9:30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wed: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Most classes and meetings are online.

Additional information on weather closures

GFO
2505 S.E. 11th Ave., Ste B018
Portland, OR 97202

Support Us

Volunteer Opportunities (Current and Future Needs)

The desire to make a difference. That’s the common attribute of those who give their time to the GFO. As an all-volunteer organization, with no paid workers, we need your help!

Just fill out the Volunteer form here or download the Volunteer form (PDF)  and send it to us at:

GFO - Volunteer
2505 S.E. 11th Ave., Suite B-18
Portland, OR 97202-1061

Did you know . . . 

  • Some jobs can be done in the comfort of your home?
  • Assignments can be tailored to suit your schedule?
  • Every hour you volunteer is like a donation of $28.54 to the Forum?
  • You meet the nicest people when you volunteer?
  • Pick one (or more) jobs from the lists or create your own!

A few of the volunteer opportunities available:

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CURRENT NEEDS  |  OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities - Now and in the Future:

  • Digital Collections - PDF Processing
    Digital Collections - PDF Processing

    2-4 hrs/week
    Details

  • Digital Collections - Scanning
    Digital Collections - Scanning

    2 hrs minimum
    Details

  • Fundraising - Annual Appeal Coordinator
    Fundraising - Annual Appeal Coordinator

    5-10 hrs/month (September thru November)
    Details

  • Library - Cataloging
    Library - Cataloging

    2-8 hrs/week
    Details

  • Library - Cataloging
    Library - Cataloging

    2-4 hrs/week
    Details

  • Library - Digitizing Preparation
    Library - Digitizing Preparation

    2-10 hrs/week
    Details

  • Library - Label Maker
    Library - Label Maker

    2-3 hrs/week
    Details

  • Library - PDF Processing
    Library - PDF Processing

    2-4 hrs/week
    Details

  • Library - PDF Processing
    Library - PDF Processing

    2-4 hrs/week
    Details

  • Library - Research Assistant
    Library - Research Assistant

    40-120 hrs/month
    Details

  • Library - Scanning
    Library - Scanning

    2 hrs minimum
    Details

  • Library - Spine Title Creator
    Library - Spine Title Creator

    2-4 hrs/month
    Details

  • Marketing - Chair
    Marketing - Chair

    2-4 hrs/month
    Details

  • Marketing - Merchandise Design and Sales
    Marketing - Merchandise Design and Sales

    2-4 hrs/week
    Details

  • Proofreader
    Proofreader

    2-4 hrs/week (4-6 weeks)
    Details

  • Publications - Managing Editor of The Bulletin
    Publications - Managing Editor of The Bulletin

    40-120 hrs/month
    Details

  • Real Estate Advisor
    Real Estate Advisor

    1-5 hrs
    Details

  • Special Interest Group (SIG) Leader or Co-Leader
    Special Interest Group (SIG) Leader or Co-Leader

    1-4 hrs/month
    Details

  • Website - Assistant
    Website - Assistant

    2-10 hrs/week
    Details

  • Website - Graphic Design
    Website - Graphic Design

    1-3 hrs/week
    Details

This is just a sampling of some of the current needs. If you don’t see something listed that you would like to do, let us know. We need your help!

 

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The Impact We've Made

  • People Helped

    1,000

  • FY 2024-25 Volunteer Hours

    9,989

  • FY 2024-25 Dollars Raised

    $35,853

  • New Home Funds Raised to Date

    $286,825

  • Enrolled Members

    990

  • FY 2024-25 Files Downloaded

    3,489

  • FY 2024-25 Web Pages Viewed

    135,612

  • April

    As I think about all the people I've met, and from whom I've learned, it really is a big plus to be an active member at GFO.

  • Eileen

    Thank you for all you do to preserve history, you make a difference.

Genealogical Forum of Oregon
GFO Research Library


Operating Hours:

Sun: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mon: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tue: 9:30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wed: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Most classes and meetings are online.

Additional information on weather closures

GFO
2505 S.E. 11th Ave., Ste B018
Portland, OR 97202
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