Friends of Kansas Libraries -FoKL-
History Formed in 1982 Budget comes mostly from dues Representatives from 7 regional systems Members at large Work closely with KLA (KS Library Assn.) Work also with KLTA (KS Library Trustee Association
Mission To encourage and support new and existing local Friends groups To facilitate the exchange of useful information among organizations of Friends To advocate for excellent library services
Key Activities Newsletter - quarterly Facebook page Awards & grants Conference programs Webpage Startup kits Merchandise – license plates & tote bags Consultation
Organization Executive Board – meets quarterly Four officers Regional Trustees Members at large Special Board members THIS IS THE FULL BOARD!!!
Organization Executive Committee – meets other months President via online conferencing Vice President Secretary Treasurer Public Relations Chair Membership Chair Other board members welcome to participate!
Organization Committees Financechaired by Treasurer Governancechaired by Vice President Membership Public Relations Each board member should serve on a committee.
To Function Well Good communication Share news and ideas with the group Use and Facebook Liaisons to key groups are vital Promote Friends and FoKL At system meetings At Friends meetings Be a library advocate at all times
FoKL Rocks!! What are we known for? Great booths at the library conference Wonderful awards and grants A passionate board of directors Work and play well with others!
Be a good board member Ask questions! Help new trustees & those unfamiliar with libraries Think out of the box Have some fun too!!