Mission: The purpose of the new hampshire library association is to advance the interests of its members through advocacy on library issues and increasing public awareness of library service, to support the professional development of its members, to foster communication and encourage the exchange of ideas among its members, and to promote participation in the association and its sections. The organization's primary sources of revenue are contributions from the public, membership dues from participating libraries and conference fees

Programs: The organization held conferences for librarian training during the fall of 2017 and the spring of 2018.

the organization purchased materials for various reading programs.

the organization collects and remits discounted membership dues on behalf of the new england library association (nela).

the organization awarded one individual with a $1,000 scholarship.

the organization made several miscellaneous grants, contributions, and awards during the year such as the reads award of excellence and the chilis great stone face award.

the organization had a few other program expenses related to their ala state chapter membership and advocacy.

the organization held a 1000 books before kindergarten reading program to encourage early literacy.