About Us

Mission: The Minnesota Library Foundation champions the entire spectrum of Minnesota libraries as impactful catalysts for community growth.

The Minnesota Library Foundation is organized exclusively for educational and charitable purposes. The purpose of this nonprofit organization is to fund programs for leadership and professional development across the Minnesota Library Community.  The organization is explicitly committed to expanding equity and inclusion in the library community. It is an affiliate charitable organization to MLA and works with other partners and allies.   

From Minnesota Library Foundation Bylaws (amended 12/22)

The Minnesota Library Foundation meets on a quarterly basis and all meetings are virtual. If you would like to attend a meeting or would like any further information, please contact us at mnlibraryfoundation@outlook.com.

Thank you!

MLF Board of Directors (2025):

Maggie Meehan, President

Carol Jackson, Vice President

Heidi Hammond, Secretary

Stacey Hendren, Treasurer

Sara Swenson, MLA President

Andy Cummings, Member

Maggie Snow, Member

We are currently recruiting board members for the Minnesota Library Foundation board. If you'd like to join us in supporting Minnesota library leaders, please consider joining the board. 

For more information, check out the Board Responsibilities document. To apply, please fill out the following form: Minnesota Library Foundation Board Application.