This story comes from North Carolina:
County, library and towns try to cobble together a plan to save the libraries
There is a time-tested way of relieving financial stress
Thinking outside the box – maybe. Making a larger box- definitely. Many funding options exist that could help libraries transition from a series of short-term crises to long-term stability. It is possible to be less influenced by the vagaries of local politics and government/tax revenue. . .
How to adapt to the paradigm that has already shifted:
- Transition from short-term missions to long-term development
- focus on being effective, not efficient
- Grants → events → membership → long-term mindset
- Create the values-based compelling case for support
- Abandon desperation and need
- stop hiding behind the screen –
- use social media, websites and communication material more effectively
- you are in sales – get in front of people and PROMOTE your mission – one-to-one is best
- Networking
- building the strategic partnerships for long-term revenue growth
- Innovations in Network Fundraising – such as PhilanthropPlus (TM) – a turn-key program that produces meaningful results
contact Laura Miller for more information: 614-915-4324 or libraryfunding@hotmail.com
