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!
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What Does a Library Trustee Do?
Brochure created by the North Suburban Library System explaining the basic roles and responsibilties of a Trustee.
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Trustees Need to be in the Picture
Written by Anna Yackle, NSLS consultant, this article from the August, 2007 ILA Reporter outlines the vital role of Trustees and introduces the Trustee Training Certification Program.
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Discussing Technology with Library Shareholders
From Planning for Success Cookbook section on Communication and Partnerships.
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A Manual for Vermont Library Trustees 4th edition
This publication, supported with LSTA funding, describes what it means to be a trustee, what trustees do, and the business of a trustee board. Please feel free to copy all or part of this manual for use in your library.
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Training Materials for Trustee Core Skills
Core skills for trustee developed by the State Library of Kansas
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Kansas Library Trustee Certification Program
Information on State Library of Kansas program for trustee certification.
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Working Together
A description of the responsibilities of the library's Director, Board of Trustees, and Friends.
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Handbook for Connecticut Library Friends
This handbook from Connecticut, created with the help of LSTA funding, shows how to start and run a Friends of the Library.
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Websites and Internet Resources on Friends & Trustees
A list of external links
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Giving Back to Libraries and Individuals in Need
Libraries are giving back every day by providing a place to connect and to be a part of a coordinated community response addressing individual needs. Libraries are a place to learn about local needs, to share experiences, find resources and offer ways help.
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Getting on Your Community's Leadership Team
This excerpt from "The Library Board Strategic Guide: Going to the Next Level" explains why a library should be part of its community's leadership and planning team -- and how to get started in that direction.
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