Budgeting for Library Programming

Authors

• Shannon D. Jones, Medical University of South CarolinaFollow

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Description

This chapter draws on the author’s experience as an outreach librarian to provide practical guidance for budgeting library programs in financially constrained environments. It emphasizes that limited funding should not stifle creativity; rather, it should inspire innovation and strategic thinking. The chapter outlines approaches for developing strong program proposals, identifying key budget components, and aligning initiatives with institutional priorities. It also explores various funding strategies, including internal support, partnerships, grants, revenue generation, and crowdfunding. Ultimately, the chapter encourages library professionals to think broadly and design meaningful programs that enhance the library’s visibility, impact, and value.

Department

Academic Affairs Faculty

ISBN

9781538135907

Publisher

Rowman & Littlefield

Publication Date

Spring 4-1-2021

Embargo Period

4-1-2022

Keywords

library programming, budgeting strategies, outreach and engagement

Disciplines

Library and Information Science

Recommended Citation

Jones, Shannon D., "Budgeting for Library Programming" (2021). MUSC Faculty Bookshelf. 9.
https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/faculty-books/9