Welcome!
About PCBL
PCBL is an organization of advocates that speak for libraries throughout Pennsylvania. Membership is open to anyone who wants to see strong, well funded libraries with the best possible library service for all of Pennsylvania's citizens. This roster includes librarians, trustees of libraries, government officials and friends of libraries, as well as the lay citizen user of libraries.
Members are kept up to date on legislative information and actions as they pertain to Pennsylvania libraries; have opportunities to attend library advocacy and library fundraising workshops; and receive information about events, programs, and issues of interest to library advocates.
Mission
Persuade public officials that libraries are essential community services
Collaborate with other library associations, agencies, and community groups
Be a voice for improved library funding and appropriate legislation
Lead efforts to encourage, train, and support library Friends
A library outranks any one thing a community can do to benefit its people.
~ Andrew Carnegie
News
Does my Friends Group Need to File an Annual Report with the State?
Click on the blue box to see a letter from Sue Miller, PCBL Executive Secretary, on filing requirements for Library Friends Groups.
Award Nominations
Now accepting Award Nominations for Friends Group of the Year, and Friend of the Year. Nominations are due by Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Become a Board Member!
Interested in becoming a PCBL Board Member and help support the future of Pennsylvania Libraries? Apply today!
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Mailing Address
Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries
PO Box 12822
Pittsburgh, PA 15241