Wisconsin Library Advocacy Copy (Word file)
This copy can be used in e-mail communication or on a web site. It should be coupled with the 'Library Advocacy Top-10 List'
Library Advocacy Top - 10 List (pdf file)
Tips to keep the library top-of-the-mind in your community all year round.
Public Library Service Data (Excel file)
Wisconsin public library statistics, including population, circulation, program attendance, budget, and financial information from 1996-Present.
Donation Allocation (Word file)
A breakdown of all the helpful supplies and services that are made possible by library donations.
Generic Presentation (PowerPoint file)
Fill in the blanks to develop your own library advocacy presentation.
IFLS Advocacy (PowerPoint file)
Easy advocacy tips and tricks written by IFLS staff.
IFLS Advocacy Kit (Word file)
A handout of advocacy tips and tricks.
IFLS Bookmarks b/w (pdf)
Black and white bookmarks encouraging patrons to speak up for their libraries.
IFLS Bookmarks in color (pdf)
Color bookmarks encouraging patrons to speak up for their libraries.
Speak Up for My Library Cards (pdf)
Print these out and have your patrons sign up to help libraries in need.
Speak Up for My Library 8.5 x 11 b/w Poster (pdf)
A black and white poster encouraging library users to sign up and speak up for their favorite library.
Speak Up for My Library 8.5 x 11 color Poster (pdf)
A color poster encouraging library users to sign up and speak up for their favorite library.
Speak Up for My Library 11x17 b/w Poster (pdf)
A black and white larger version of the poster.
Speak Up for My Library 11x17 color Poster (pdf)
A color larger version of the poster.
Libraries Stack Up (pdf)
A vibrant and interesting report from OCLC that shows how libraries compare to similar US services. Did you know that two-thirds of Americans have a library card? Or that more people go to U.S. libraries each year than all the professional and college basketball, football, baseball, and hockey games combined? Worth a read!
Library Facts (Word file)
More fascinating facts and statistics about the role of U.S. libraries today.
Love the Library (Word file)
Quotes from satisfied library users.
Links to Library Quotes (pdf)
Follow the links provided to find quotations unique to libraries.
Volunteer Jobs (Word file)
Ideas for volunteers from the community to help with library projects.