2017 MLA Annual Conference

In these times of fiscal uncertainty, fundraising, grant writing, capital campaigns, etc., are becoming part of the librarian experience. Running a fundraiser is a daunting prospect. Finding resources can be problematic, especially in out-state and rural libraries, where staff sizes are small and networking with others can be difficult. Just having someone to share ideas with would be enormously helpful. With twenty-five years of successful fundraising, I will be sharing what has worked for me, what has not, and how to find assistance and support in unexpected ways. From ideas, to resources, to plans that do not cost a lot of money (or any at all), to maintaining sanity along the way, I will present practical, doable suggestions and examples for raising money for small and not-so-small projects, from matching grants, to capital campaigns, to needed in-kind donations. Leave the session with ideas and information that can work for you.