[header] How to set up your own reference library [title] Clarify your personal mission statement. [step] Most libraries have a mission statement that helps to identify their goals, acquisitions, funding, organization and more. Although this need not be a formal document, it is a good idea to clarify your goals before starting to build a personal library. 
[title] Develop a reasonable monthly or yearly budget. [step] Unlike city or school libraries that are at least partially publicly funded, a personal reference library relies on your own funds.