Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Dolly Parton’s legacy, her loving heart, and her inspiration to Dream More, Learn More, Care More, and Be More will live on through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. ❤️ In this message, The Dollywood Foundation Vice Chair & President Jeff Conyers offers reassurance about the program's future and our continued dedication to Dolly’s dream - inspiring a love of reading by gifting books to children around the world. 📚

Our team, our local program partners, and every operational partner who helps make this program possible each month are heartbroken at the loss of our founder, Dolly Parton. She was always proud that her little program grew into what it is today. She was proudest of what it meant to her Dad. In her own words: "My Daddy told me the Imagination Library was probably the most important thing I had ever done." The world grieves with us today. And yet we find ourselves just as certain about what comes next. For decades, Dolly and the team at The Dollywood Foundation — home of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library — worked to build something that would last for generations. So it will. The work ahead has never felt more meaningful, and we will carry it forward as she lifts us all up. Dolly, we will always love you.

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old. Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000). A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact. At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

We’re smiling extra big today!! Taylor Sift and Travis Kelce, THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts! It means so much to all of us at Dolly’s Foundation to know that you share Dolly’s dream of inspiring a love of reading in children. Because of your kindness, more children will experience the excitement of receiving a new book each month, more families will share bedtime stories together, and more little imaginations will be inspired to dream boldly. On behalf of our team, partners, and millions of children and families across the United States to Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Republic of Ireland, thank you.

A book in the mailbox. A story at bedtime. A lifelong love of reading. 📚 For 20 years, local partners across Canada have made moments like these possible through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library — and together, we’ve reached an incredible milestone: 5 MILLION BOOKS mailed to children across Canada! 🇨🇦✨ Today, Canadian communities from coast-to-coast-to-coast are gathering for #OneBigCelebrationOfReading to celebrate stories, imagination, and the families who make it all possible. We're so excited to read, celebrate, and share the joy of books with families all across Canada! 🎉 https://lnkd.in/gKB5zX7k #5MillionBooksCanada #ImaginationLibraryCanada

We’re cheering on Jeff Conyers, Chair & President of The Dollywood Foundation, as he prepares to run the London Marathon on April 26 in support of #TeamDolly! Jeff is taking on 26.2 miles to help expand the reach of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library across the UK—ensuring more children can experience the joy of receiving a book in the post each month. It’s a powerful reminder that small acts—like one book at a time—can create lasting impact. Just £26 can fund an entire year of books for a child, helping build early literacy skills and meaningful family reading routines that foster a lifelong love of reading. We’re grateful for Jeff’s leadership, dedication, and commitment to this mission—both on and off the course. If you’d like to support his run and help put more books into the hands of children, you can donate here https://lnkd.in/d3txP9BY #FundraisingFriday #LondonMarathon #TeamDolly #ImaginationLibrary #EarlyYears

📚❄️ A storybook moment in Wells, British Columbia! Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is reaching even more families across #Canada — this time with a truly unforgettable delivery. To celebrate the program’s expansion into Wells, children received their very first books by sled dog along the historic Gold Rush Trail Mail Run. 🐕📦 Led by the Quesnel program and incredible local partners, this launch is a powerful example of meeting communities where they are—especially in rural and remote areas where access to books can be limited. With over 14,000 books already shared through the Quesnel program, this next chapter is just beginning. 💛 #DollysLibrary

These early years go fast. The bedtime stories. The questions. The wonder. 💛 New international research shows that even after just 10 books, children enrolled in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library are more engaged with books and developing stronger early literacy skills. Don’t let your child miss out on the joy—and the opportunity—of free books from birth. 📚 https://lnkd.in/gQcuYdKn

🎉Join us in celebrating a monumental milestone—2 Million Books Gifted in Australia! 🇦🇺 We couldn’t have reached this remarkable milestone without the dedication and passion of our Local Program Partners. Together, we’re bringing Dolly's dream to life across #Australia: inspiring a lifelong love of reading, one child at a time. 📚✨ https://lnkd.in/gJvxDWK6

A bit of #readingforpleasure joy for a Wednesday morning! Dolly Parton's Imagination Library launched today for all children aged under 5 in the London Borough of Camden. Please spread the word if you have any connections in Camden - all children aged under 5 living in Camden can register for a free age-appropriate book every month through the post to keep. #dollyslibrary #earlyyears https://lnkd.in/ejVGZJbK