The Friends of the Libraries are advocates for advancing the University Libraries and for strengthening it as the vital center in scholarly life at the University of Minnesota. Friends of the Libraries have an enthusiasm for books and learning as well as an appreciation for the Libraries' importance to the University and the state.

The Friends of the Libraries are vital in providing:

• Resources and support to enhance the Libraries' collections
• Strategic leadership on special Libraries' projects, contributing knowledge and skill
• Advocacy on behalf of the University of Minnesota Libraries, which support all Minnesotans