Sample Public Library Needs Assessment: Oregon Public Library
http://www.oregoncf.org/Templates/media/files/reports/library_needs_assessment.pdf
“TABLE OF CONTENTS
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION
METHODOLOGY
FINDINGS
Across the United States, public libraries play a significant role in ensuring community well-being
Public libraries increasingly place a high priority on measuring the success and impact of their programs and services
Oregon’s public libraries are heavily used, but rely greatly on local funding
Top roles for Oregon public libraries: Encouraging Reading and Supporting Early Childhood Learning
Public libraries in Oregon create resilient communities by fulfilling eight critical roles
Encouraging Reading
Early Childhood Learning
Education and Lifelong Learning
Digital Inclusion
Arts, Culture and Creativity
Civic and Community Engagement
Economic and Workforce Development
Supporting Limited English-Speaking Communities
Oregon libraries face numerous challenges fulfilling the diverse roles they play
To fill ongoing financial gaps, Oregon’s public libraries regularly turn to fundraising
There are multiple ways to provide philanthropic support to Oregon’s public libraries
CONCLUSION
APPENDIX A: BIBLIOGRAPHY
APPENDIX B: FOCUS GROUP PARTICIPANTS
APPENDIX C: FOCUS GROUP QUESTIONS
APPENDIX D: LIST OF INTERVIEWEES
APPENDIX E: INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
APPENDIX F: DISTRIBUTION OF SURVEY RESPONSES
APPENDIX G: SURVEY QUESTIONS”
Stephen