Our History

The Friends of the Air Force Academy Library was incorporated in February 1987 as a 501 (c)(3) organization.  Since its inception, this nonprofit, private organization has organized and operated exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes.  The principal aim of The Friends of the Air Force Academy Library is to enhance the quality of the Academy’s Library as an educational, research, scientific, and cultural institution.  Ultimately, The Friends helps the Library grow in stature, thereby strengthening the United States Air Force Academy’s performance of its mission.

Initially formed under the guidance of three former Superintendents of the Air Force Academy, The Friends continue to rely on the leadership of former Academy senior staff members to meet its goals.  The Directors of The Friends include five former Superintendents of the Academy, a former Director of the Academy Library, and a number of distinguished Air Force officers and community leaders.  There are three advisors representing the Academy Faculty, the Association of Graduates, and the Director of the Academy Library.

To read a more complete history of The Friends press here: Detailed History