ALA Editions The Essential Friends of Libraries: Fast Facts, Forms, and Tips

Volunteers in a time crunch need answers - fast. For Friends of Libraries, the popular Friends' Sourcebook by Sandy Dolnick has provided in-depth answers over three editions. Her new book delivers vital information into easy bites and combines a new CD, packed over 50 easily-customized forms, guidelines and templates, with 156 text references (keyed to the CD) in a searchable, easy-to-use encyclopedic dictionary. Developed out of the questions that regularly come into FOLUSA's main desk, this comprehensive, accessible resource is a one-stop treasure trove. Peppered with the insights and opinions of Dolnick, and refined by her years of conversations with librarians, suppliers, trustees and leaders from the Friends network, this volume: Offers answers for last-minute emergencies; Outlines successful fundraising ideas; Shares Friends groups' best practices; Provides often-used documents and logos to customize with a mouse click; For new and experienced Library Friends, library directors, outreach and volunteer coordinators, and anyone who needs information on Friends of Libraries issues, here are the answers. From accounting and advocacy to literacy and lobbying, this is an indispensable quick reference tool for volunteers, trustees, and librarians alike.