Illinois Heartland Library System

IHLS facilitates, supports and promotes resource sharing to assist member libraries of all types to be of service to their users. Member Engagement and Networking IHLS communicates with and engages member libraries of all types and promotes member networking to assist libraries in improving their services. Consulting and CE IHLS provides information and assistance to member libraries of all types through consulting and continuing education to improve the expertise of their staff. Leadership and Innovation IHLS provides leadership and embraces innovation to assist member libraries of all types to better serve their users. Advocacy IHLS advocates for the role of libraries and library staff to build strong libraries and strong communities. Stewardship and Sustainability IHLS stewards its resources to ensure maximum benefit to member libraries of all types and to taxpayers. IHLS covers 28,141 square miles and serves a population of 2,248,634. There are 525 member libraries: 34 Academic, 227 Public, 234 School and 30 Special. Of the 525 IHLS member libraries, 333 participate in the IHLS LLSAP known as SHARE.