2026 United for Libraries Virtual: Trustees - Friends - Foundations

Conference

2026 United for Libraries Virtual: July 28-30, 2026

This interactive three-day virtual event features expert speakers on current topics facing library Trustees, Friends, Foundations, and staff who work with them.

Programming runs from 11:00 am Eastern to approximately 4:00 pm Eastern daily with scheduled breaks. Registrants may participate in some or all program sessions live, and/or watch recordings on-demand.

Participate in live Q&A sessions with presenters.
Network with colleagues across the country in roundtable discussions.
Enjoy exclusive access to keynote speakers and authors.
Receive a certificate of attendance (for live participation or on-demand viewing).

Registration

Flexible registration options are available, including individual full conference, individual single day or multiple days, or group viewing single day or multiple days.

Registration opens in early May.

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Academic Library

Conference

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Online

Public Library

Rural Library

Trustees, Friends & Foundations

Urban Library

July 28 - 30, 2026

All day

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