Friends of the Library

Library Development staff are available to provide consulting services on best practices for Friends of the Library groups by email or telephone.


Successful Friends Groups:

  • Listen to the librarian about library needs
  • Know the library’s goals
  • Know the library’s budget plan
  • Are ready to adjust in an emergency
  • Talk to the librarian and board of trustees about fundraising plans
  • Expend 80% of funds raised annually on the library with 20% for administrative expenses
  • Have a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with library administration


Resources


For more information, contact: