Amigos Membership
Amigos Library Services is a non-profit, 501(c)3 member-based organization, with a mission to unite libraries in service to their communities.
Membership Benefits
Members receive these benefits:
Free registration for
- Online Conferences exploring topics of current interest to the library community are regularly scheduled throughout the year.
- Know & Go Sessions, which are 60-minute sessions covering topics of current interest and available on most Mondays.
- The Amigos Annual Member Conference includes concurrent sessions on library trends, an Member Update and results of the Amigos Library Services Board Elections.
Additional benefits
- Membership in the NISO Library Standards Alliance, enables libraries to support community access to NISO standards, participate in NISO working groups and standing committees, and complimentary or discounted registration for NISO events.
- A single simultaneous user subscription to the RDA Toolkit. Additional simultaneous users are available at discounted rates when ordered through Amigos.
- Utilization of the Discount Direct program, enabling members to order library supplies and services directly from vendors at negotiated discounts.
- Access to the Amigos Job Bank. Members can post open positions for free on this site, which is viewed nationwide.
- Participation in the Reciprocal Borrowing Agreements enables no-charge resource sharing, saving time and money among signers of the agreement.
Member libraries can also take advantage of the money and time-saving benefits by subscribing to databases offered through the Amigos Member Discount Services program. Enjoy streamlined billing and renewal processes, along with exclusive discounts negotiated by the experienced staff at Amigos Library Services.
Become a Member
Welcome to Amigos Library Services, a non-profit, 501(c)3 member-based organization, with a mission to support libraries through the sharing of collections, services, and opportunities. Amigos is one of the largest consortia of libraries in the nation, providing continuing education, discounted services from leading vendors, courier service, association management, and more.
How to Join
Membership fees are based on a library's most recent operating budget data as published by the National Center for Education Statistics, the Institute of Museum and Library Services or a state library or as self-reported by the organization to Amigos. Operating budget is defined as the total of all costs involved in supporting library or information services and operations for a 12-month period. The operating budget includes all expenses, regardless of funding source.
Membership with Amigos Library Services is open to libraries of all types, museums, and information centers in all locations. To begin your membership today, complete the inquiry form or send an email.