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3 Keys to a Developed Board

By Kim Horton | January 18, 2018 | Comments Off on 3 Keys to a Developed Board

All library affiliated boards need to grow and develop on an annual basis. As individual members and as…

Our Newest Consultants

By Kim Horton | January 18, 2018 | Comments Off on Our Newest Consultants

With the new year, we are excited to announce two new additions to our roster of experienced consultants.…

Boards are People, Too

By Kim Horton | January 18, 2018 | Comments Off on Boards are People, Too

Too often we think of our boards – Library, Friends, Foundation, and others – as units that operate…

Introducing Library Strategies’ New Director

By Kim Horton | December 14, 2017 | Comments Off on Introducing Library Strategies’ New Director

It is bittersweet that we announce Sue Hall will be retiring as Director of Library Strategies at the…

10 Quick Tips for Growing Your Friends & Foundation

By Kim Horton | December 7, 2017 | Comments Off on 10 Quick Tips for Growing Your Friends & Foundation

1. Diversify activities beyond book sales, into such area as special events, advocacy, PR, etc. 2. Get social…

10 Tips for a Great Annual Fund

By Kim Horton | November 27, 2017 | Comments Off on 10 Tips for a Great Annual Fund

There is one type of fundraising that virtually every Friends or Library Foundation should be doing: it’s called…