Join us in Columbus, Ohio for the 10th Annual IPLFC!

About IPLFC

The Premier Conference for Public Library Fundraising

An initiative of the Library Support Network

Now entering its 10th year, the International Public Library Fundraising Conference (IPLFC) unites foundation leaders, development professionals, and library executives from across the U.S. and Canada. Join us June 7–9, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, to connect with peers, exchange proven strategies, and strengthen the future of library fundraising.

This milestone gathering will bring together hundreds of professionals to celebrate how far the field has come—and to explore what’s next for public library fundraising in an era of new challenges and opportunities. Stay tuned for program updates, speaker announcements, registration details, and information about the hotel room block.

A Decade of Connection and Impact

Co-founded in 2017 by The Seattle Public Library Foundation and Carl Bloom Associates, IPLFC has evolved into the leading forum for learning, collaboration, and sector advancement. Each conference delivers an agenda packed with practical sessions, case studies, and peer exchange—covering topics such as fundraising, advocacy, board engagement, storytelling, and communications strategies.

Be Part of the Network

IPLFC is an initiative of the Library Support Network (LSN), the only organization dedicated exclusively to strengthening the field of public library fundraising. You can help advance this mission—supporting shared learning, sector-wide research, and collective impact across North America. Join us.

IPLFC26 Details

Date:
June 7-9, 2026
(Eastern time)

Schedule

Based on feedback from prior event attendees, IPLFC 2026 will feature an expanded Tuesday schedule, allowing for additional sessions and more time with peers!

Sunday, June 7
1:00 – 4:00 pm: Library Tours
4:30 – 7:30 pm: Opening & Reception

Monday, June 8:
8:30 – 9:00 am: Coffee Time
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Keynote or Plenary Panel & Breakout Sessions
12:15 pm – 1:45 pm: Lunch with Keynote or Plenary Panel
1:45 pm – 4:45 pm: Plenary & Breakout Sessions
5:30 – 8:00 pm: Dine Arounds (optional)

Tuesday, June 9:
8:30 – 9:00 am: Coffee Time
9:00 am – 12:00 am: Keynote or Plenary Panel & Breakout Sessions
12:15 – 1:30 pm: Lunch with Keynote, Plenary Panel, or Meet-ups
1:30 – 3:15 pm: Plenary & Breakout Sessions
3:30 – 4:15: Plenary & Closing

This is a preliminary schedule and is subject to change.

Location:

Columbus Metropolitan Library
96 South Grant Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215

Conference registration:
Take advantage of our Early Bird ticket pricing of $450 per person (plus processing fee) up to February 15.
After February 15, registration costs will be $500 per person (plus processing fee). The price includes meals, snacks, beverages, a reception, and all the informative and engaging sessions IPLFC is known for. In addition, you’ll have access to the Whova app, which puts the full schedule, location of sessions, and the all-important ability to network with fellow library development professionals and IPLFC sponsors in the palm of your hand.

IPLFC Hotel Room Block!
Thanks to the wonderful people at Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel, we can offer a block of 150 rooms for IPLFC26 attendees at $159.00 USD per night, plus tax. Click here to book your room.