FTP's Friends & Foundations Network supports folks who are interested in or already involved with their local Friends of the Library or Library Foundation group. The Network meets over Zoom on the 4th Wednesday of the month, from 6:30-8pm ET. Each meeting includes time focused on a specific topic, followed by open discussion on any issues, questions, or ideas folks are interested in getting feedback on. Our goal is to provide ongoing support and resources, and be a place to connect with other people from across the country who are interested in joining these groups and bringing in a leftist perspective. Join us!

• Next meeting: May 27th, 2026 from 6:30-8:00pm ET

• Topic:  Projects that make a difference!

From creating teen centers to organizing pop-up libraries that provide services during branch renovations, Friends & Foundation groups can take on projects that have a big impact on a library’s community. This Network meeting will be a chance to share and learn about the successful projects folks have been involved with as part of their Friends or Foundation group.

Don’t forget to check out our Friends of the Library 101 zine!