Who We Are

The mission of FOLUSA is to motivate and support state and local library support groups across the country in their efforts to preserve and strengthen libraries, and to create awareness and appreciation of library services by:

• Assisting in developing Friends groups in order to generate local and state support.
• Providing guidance, education, and counsel on issues and concerns relevant to Friends, Trustees, Foundations and Libraries.
• Promoting the development of strong and effective library advocacy programs.
• Serving as a clearinghouse of information and expertise.
• Establishing locations of historical literary significance around the country as Literary Landmarks.
• Promoting reading and literacy through our national Books for Babies program.