Outstanding Friends Chapter and Friend of the Library Applications
It’s time to shine a spotlight on the incredible work your Friends Chapter is doing—and to celebrate an outstanding Friend of the Library who goes above and beyond for your community.
If you didn’t receive the applications for the Outstanding Friends Chapter Award or the Outstanding Friend of the Library Award, you can access both forms here 2026 OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AND OUTSTANDING FRIEND OF THE CHAPTER – SMALL AND LARGE GROUP
These awards are a wonderful way to recognize dedication, creativity, and the impact your Friends make every day. We encourage every chapter to submit nominations and share the stories that make your library stronger.
2026 $500 Grant Awards
Friends of Kentucky Libraries once again faced a challenging task in selecting this year’s $500 Grant recipients. While every applicant demonstrated outstanding dedication, commitment, and creativity, our resources limit the number of grants we are able to award.
We extend our sincere appreciation to every Friends group for your ongoing service to your libraries and communities. Your work continues to inspire and strengthen libraries across the Commonwealth.
To view the 2026 $500 Grant Winners, Awards.
Every quarter your Friends of Kentucky are posting EveryLibrary Institute Friends of the Library Training Slides and/or Videos. The EveryLibrary Institute has provided KDLA with several recorded trainings for Friends of the Library groups.
To view past slide or videos go to Resources and click on Webinars.
Membership Matrix- with EveryLibrary Institute Training – John Chrastka
World of Books Presentation
Watch or download the presentation below titled “World of Books (WOB) Your Way to Funds,” by Simon Boes, Treasurer of FOKL and Friends Book Cellar Manager in Lexington. Simon Boes did an exemplary job compiling essential information to assist Kentucky Friends groups, regardless of size, in their initiatives.
A great way to make more space and money for used books that just haven’t found a good home.
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Featured Webinars
The EveryLibrary Institute by John Chrastka, has provided KDLA with several slides and recorded trainings for Friends of the Library groups. You Friends of Kentucky Libraries are posting the trainings every quarter on our website at friendskylibraries.org.The first training slide was Beyond Book Sales. This quarter is Building More Effective Friends Organizations. Visit our website today at: friendskylibraries.org
Keep readingBOOK SALE ALERT
Friends of Taylor County Public Library book sale! WHEN:Saturday, May 16, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.WHAT:Bag of Books – – $5Single hardback – – $1Single paperback – -.50Puzzles – – $2Audiobooks – – $1DVDS – -$1CDS – – $1 PLUS:Baseball-themed raffle–tickets $1Valued at over $300! WHERE:1316 E. Broadway Street, Campbellsville, KY 42718
Keep readingLet Us Know About Your Events!
Let us help you promote meetings, legislative activities, and book sales! For a recent list of statewide events the FKL have participated in, please visit our “Events” page. Send your flyers, articles, or event info to: contact@friendskylibraries.org
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