Capital Area United Way - Imagination Library

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Serving Hughes and Stanley Counties

The Imagination Library Program was started in 1995 by Dolly Parton for her hometown of Sevier County, Tenn., because she wanted every child 0-5 years of age to have his or her own library of books. Dolly understood the importance of exposing children to reading at an early age, starting right from birth, so she began sending books every month, free of charge, to kids in her county.

All children of families who reside in Hughes or Stanley counties are eligible to participate in the book program, at no cost to them or their family, regardless of family income.
Books will be sent out to participating children once a month until they reach five years of age. Each hard-covered book is age appropriate and includes such titles as The Little Engine That Could, The Poky Puppy, The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Favorite Finger Rhymes.
Cost is $30 per year per child. The Capital Area United Way, through contributions received from local citizens during its annual fund drive, will pay for all the books and mailing costs, while Dolly Parton’s foundation takes care of the actual mailing of the books. The program is free, however, if you would like to contribute to the cost of the books for your child, you can click on donate online to make a donation.

To enroll your child, please fill out the form below. It may take six to eight weeks to receive your first book due to initial processing and registration with Imagination Library. Thank you for your patience!

The Capital Area United Way is asking it's supporters to consider making a $30 donation to United Way to help provide books for area children. Thank you.

Who is eligible?

Preschool children (birth until their fifth birthday) residing in Hughes or Stanley County.

What are my responsibilities?

Be a legal resident of Hughes or Stanley County.
Submit an official registration form, completely filled out by parent or guardian.
Notify the Capital Area United Way anytime your address changes.
Read to your Child.

When will I receive books?

8 - 10 weeks after your registration form has been received, books will begin arriving at your home and will continue until your child turns five, or you move out of Hughes or Stanley Counties.

How can I help?

Do you know a preschool child in the two county area who is not receiving Dolly Parton's Imagination Library? Give their parents a registration form and encourage them to fill it out and mail it to the address on the form. Telling them about this Free program can make a huge difference in their future and the future of our community.

What if I want to sponsor a child?

In order to offer this program to the community, it will cost $30 a year for each preschool child who signs up to receive books throughout the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.