While we struggle with the news of Dolly Parton's passing and will miss her light terribly we are so grateful for the many incredible things she has created through out her life, especially Dolly's Imagination Library. We have been very fortunate to bring this program to Whitman County and to witness firsthand the joy of children experiencing the magic of reading.

Dolly built the Imagination Library to last beyond her lifetime. Her most important legacy will live quietly when a parent reads to a child or every time a child believes they can dream more, learn more, care more, and be more.

We will always love you too, Dolly. Rest in peace.

Inspired by her father who could not read or write, Dolly created her book gifting program, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, so children could develop their own love of reading.

Dolly's program has mailed over 330 million books to children. Her legacy will continue to live on through this program and these books.

In lieu of flowers, Dolly's family asks for donations to be made to her Imagination Library program, so children can continue to experience the excitement of receiving a book in the mail each month.

Remembering Dolly

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