Dollywood Foundation, Dolly Parton’s charity arm, runs scholarships and the Imagination Library to boost children’s literacy and well‑being.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has expanded globally, delivering free books to millions of children. The foundation’s work in Scotland and across the US is being highlighted as communities reflect on her philanthropy following her death.
Dolly Parton has died at age 80 in Nashville, her publicist has said. Her nephew, Bryan Seaver, has announced the news on Instagram. Parton has sold more than 100 million records, written thousands of songs including "Jolene" and "I Will Always Love You," and has donated millions through the Imagination Library.