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Dolly Parton’s Legacy of Giving | Monroe Louisiana News
Dolly Parton didn’t just make music — she built a legacy that transformed her hometown. From gifting over 332 million books through her Imagination Library to launching Dollywood, which created 23,000 jobs and became Tennessee’s top attraction, she turned dreams into economic engines. Her Buddy Program slashed school dropout rates from 35% to 6%, while her disaster relief efforts — including a $1M donation for Hurricane Helene and millions for wildfire recovery — proved her heart was as big as her voice. Named a Carnegie Medalist in 2022, Dolly’s impact echoes far beyond the stage. Listen in…
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