July 28-30 = United for Libraries Virtual

United for Libraries Virtual 2026 is fast approaching. United is the umbrella division of the American Library Association devoted to Friends, foundations and trustees. Mirroring its member base, this online conference spans three days and dedicates one day of programming to each group.

We can think of no better advertisement for the value of United for Libraries Virtual 2026 than to share the recently released conference schedule in full:

July 28: Trustees/Boards
1. Navigating the Hiring Process: Finding the Right Director for Your Library
2. From Strategy to Advocacy: How State Libraries and Boards Drive Innovation and Funding for Local Impact
3. Breaking Down Silos: Building Stronger Partnerships Between Boards and Library Leadership
4. Library Champions: Building Advocates Through Shared Learning
5. Be the BEST Public Library Trustee You Can Be

July 29: Foundations & Fundraising
1. Collaboration, Communication, and Flexibility: Working Together to Reach Goals
2. Engaging Volunteers, Donors and Staff to Create a Strategic Fundraising Plan
3. Making the Most of Milestones: Golden Opportunities in Library Fundraising
4. Beyond the Book: How Libraries Can Fundraise with Author Events

July 30: Friends of the Library
1. A National Model of Access: Learning from the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS) and Friends of the Library Partnerships
2. Collaborative Leadership: Building More Agile and Resilient Friends Organizations
3. Successful Online Sales for Friends of the Library Fundraising
4. Supersize Your Friends Group: Fundraising, Connections, and Fun!

Click here for full session descriptions, bios of speakers… and, of course, information on how to register. Early bird rates are valid through Thursday, July 23, and groups registered in Minnesota automatically receive a 35% discount off the base price!