The crisis as a challenge for growing: Some experiences of fundraising in two libraries at the University of Bologna
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to describe the fundraising activities carried out by two libraries at the University of Bologna (Italy), which could be adopted by other libraries.
Design/methodology/approach
The paper discusses the approach adopted and gives examples.
Findings
The crisis can be an opportunity to identify weaknesses and strengths and then to study the market and find economic support, but also to improve services in order to meet different needs.
Originality/value
The originality of the paper relies on the interpretation of the crisis as a challenge to build a network of library supporters and new interests in library services.
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Citation
Citti, A. and Zuccoli, M. (2013), "The crisis as a challenge for growing: Some experiences of fundraising in two libraries at the University of Bologna", The Bottom Line, Vol. 26 No. 1, pp. 31-38. https://doi.org/10.1108/08880451311321573
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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