Dolly's Books in Peril | Tampa News

For twenty years, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has gifted free books to kids in Polk County — but now, with key sponsors stepping away, some children are on a waiting list. Only two out of ten low-income kids are ready to read by kindergarten, making this program vital for early literacy, especially in rural areas where libraries and books are scarce. The United Way is rallying local businesses to sponsor $30 donations that cover a child’s yearly book supply — or volunteer for programs like Reading Pals. This isn’t just about books; it’s about building futures, one story at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca712c5e9db4a3a3