The strength of this book is that it offers a well-rounded overview of the major aspects of fundraising in academic libraries in a concise, easy-to-read format. It is good for beginners and those needing an update on key concepts of philanthropy and stewardship. It offers excellent foundational information, key definitions, best practices, samples, and examples of forms and process.

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In their book, Fundraising for Academic Libraries: A Practical Guide, Karlene Jennings and Joyce Garczynski provide a comprehensive and yet clear plan for raising funds for academic libraries. The authors address the fundraising endeavor in its entirety and provide useful advice and pointers that will be helpful to anyone involved in fundraising for libraries. The novice can use this book as a blueprint to the fundraising process. For the experienced fundraiser, it will provide a refresher and a means of keeping themselves on track. Whether raising fund for a small library or a large one this book will be a valuable resource. This is truly a ‘soup to nuts’ guide to raising funds for academic libraries. Everything you need to know to be successful at raising funds for an academic library is addressed in this book. The years of experience of these two Academic Library Fundraisers is evident in the masterful way in which they layout the processes and all the components and possibilities involved.

Sylverna Ford, Professor, University Libraries, University of Memphis

Whether you are new to academic library fundraising or have had the privilege to work with inspirational and generous donors for many years, this book is for you. Whether you are a dean or a development officer, this book is for you. From beginning to end this comprehensive, practical and readable guide written by experienced academic library fundraisers will help you staff and organize your advancement efforts, assist you in developing strategies and strong relationships with central advancement, inspire you, and define and advise every aspect of successfully seeking private, corporate, and foundation support to move your library forward. I am cleaning off a corner of my desk, because this book will never be more than an arm’s reach away!

Cynthia A. Childrey, Dean and University Librarian, Cline Library, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ