Friends of the Library and Trustee groups are some of the powerhouses behind libraries. These groups frequently advocate on behalf of libraries and spend hours raising funds and volunteering their time to help make their local library a success.
In the Documents section, you will find great resources on organizing a Friends group, offering training to trustees, and best practices for working with these groups. Don't forget that as a WebJunction member, you can also add content to this section and share your successes with other libraries.
Related Resources
- Why I Became a Library Board Trustee
Authored by Don Roalkvam of the Indian Trails Public Library District, this article explores the realities of being a Public Library Trustee.
- Trustee Toolkit
Prepared by Jane Pinkston, Donald B. Reynolds, Jr., and Lynette Sloan for the 2006 Tennessee Public Library Trustee Workshop, a Training Workshop of the Tennessee State Library and Archives.
- Washington State Library Trustee Manual
This manual gives a basic understanding of the governing powers and duties of public library trustees.
- Volunteer Lawyers and Accountants for the Arts: Publication List
You'll find sample policies for nonprofits along with self-assessment guides for boards and information on ethics and policy making
- Trustee Information from the Illinois State Library
Look for information on legal interests, continuing education, publications and links related to trustees.
- Administrative Ready Reference
This comprehensive document authored by the Illinois State Library includes useful citations to Illinois Compiled Statutes, policy models and Service Standards for Illinois Public Libraries.
- Association for Library Trustees and Advocates
A division of the American Library Association (ALA) the The Association for Library Trustees and Advocates promotes and ensures outstanding library service through educational programs that develop excellence in trusteeship and actions that advocate access to information for all.
- Friends of Libraries U.S.A.
If your library has a non-profit 'friends group,' it may be more likely to secure donations or participate in discount programs. Friends of Libraries U.S.A. is a membership organization whose mission is to motivate and support local Friends groups across the country.
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