Mission Statement

The Maui Equestrian Lending Library supports the equestrian community of Upcountry Maui and beyond by providing access to high-quality resources on horse care, training, and riding. Through its specialized collection, the library fosters lifelong learning, skill development, and the preservation of equestrian knowledge, with a focus on tropical horsekeeping and sustainable equestrian practices.

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Goals

Preservation and Resources

• Ensure the long-term care and maintenance of the library’s collection by implementing proper preservation techniques, including cleaning, repairing, and protecting materials from Maui’s tropical environment.
• Create digital and physical records of the collection for cataloging, tracking, and inventory purposes.

Accessibility

• Develop lending policies and procedures that make the existing resources available to the equestrian community while ensuring the sustainability and proper use of the collection.
• Establish a user-friendly system for discovering and borrowing materials, whether through an online catalog, physical browsing, or a combination of both.

Community Engagement

• Actively promote the library within the equestrian community to raise awareness of the available resources and their potential to support rider and horse training, horse care, and equestrian education.
• Build relationships with community members to encourage input and support for the library’s mission.

Resource Sharing

• Facilitate equitable access to the collection by creating clear membership guidelines and lending rules tailored to a private special library’s unique context.
• Offer guidance on how to use the resources effectively, such as recommendations for training exercises, horse care techniques, or reading lists.

Stewardship of Donated Materials

• Honor the legacy of the donated collection by preserving its integrity, ensuring it remains a valued resource for the equestrian community.
• Maintain detailed records of the donation’s origin and significance to ensure the collection’s history is preserved alongside its physical items.

Laying the Foundation for Growth

• Assess community needs and gather feedback to identify gaps in the collection and potential areas for future development.
• Explore funding and support opportunities, including grants, partnerships, and memberships, to enhance the collection over time.

Sustainability

• Create operational policies and practices that ensure the library’s ongoing functionality with minimal financial and administrative overhead.
• Encourage responsible borrowing and care for materials to maximize the longevity of the current collection.