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Dolly's Legacy Lives Through Books | Buffalo News
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library lives on, turning her legacy into a nationwide gift of books for kids — and it’s still going strong even after her passing. Started to honor her father, this program mails free books monthly until children turn five, tapping into the critical window of early brain development. In Erie County alone, Read to Succeed Buffalo has distributed nearly 200,000 books since 2012, while the United Way joined in 2024, delivering over 39,000 more. Parents call it “Dolly Christmas every month,” praising its impact on early learning. Dolly’s generosity continues to ripple…
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