Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
In 1995, inspired by her father's inability to read or write, Dolly Parton launched the Imagination Library to nurture a love of reading and learning among young children.
The program provides free books every month to children from birth to age 5.
The ACPL is thrilled to partner with the Imagination Library of Indiana to bring the program to Allen County families.
No gift is too big or too small! Check out how far your gift can stretch per year:
$31 supports one child
$155 supports five children
$310 supports ten children
$620 supports twenty children
Match Alert: the State of Indiana has approved matching funds for this project through its Next Level Agenda. That means your gift will DOUBLE its impact if you give now! No additional steps are needed.
Questions about donating?
Interested in registering a child?
Sign up on the Imagination Library website.
Exciting news from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! We're thrilled to announce a new option for families: a fully bilingual English/Spanish book collection. Families who choose this option will receive bilingual books—every month, from enrollment through age five. Plus, families can now select their preferred language for program communications, making the experience even more accessible and inclusive.
If you'd like to opt in to the new Bilingual English/Spanish Book Collection, be sure to make your selection by July 1, 2025, to receive your first bilingual book in August! Just follow the steps below to update your preferences.
And don’t forget to share the good news! Help us spread the word about Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library so even more children across the United States can receive the gift of free books each month.
How do I make the change to start receiving Bilingual English/Spanish books?
If you registered using an email address, you can log in to your BOS parent account and update the book collection preference for each child you have enrolled.
- Parents/Guardians go to www.imaginationlibrary.com/bos to login
- Click on the blue arrow beside your child's name
- Select Book Language preference (see below)
- Click Update to save
If you need help please email librarydirector@acpl.info.
¡Buenas noticias! Como parte de Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, nos complace anunciar que tenemos una nueva opción de libros para familias. La nueva opción incluye libros 100% bilingües Inglés/Español desde que el niño ingresa al programa hasta que se gradúa a los cinco años. Además, aquellas familias que seleccionen esta opción también pueden escoger en qué idioma prefieren que lleguen las comunicaciones por email.
Si desea realizar el cambio a la nueva colección de libros bilingües Inglés/Español, hágalo antes del 1 de julio de 2025 para recibir sus primeros libros bilingües durante el mes de agosto. Consulte los pasos a continuación para realizar el cambio.
¡PASA LA VOZ! ¡Comparta su amor por Imagination Library con otros en su comunidad para que podamos tener más niños registrados para recibir libros gratuitos cada mes!
¿Cómo hago el cambio para empezar a recibir libros bilingües Inglés/Español?
Si se registró anteriormente con una dirección de correo electrónico, puede iniciar sesión en la cuenta de padres y realizar el cambio para cada niño registrado.
Los padres/tutores van a www.imaginationlibrary.com/bos para iniciar sesión
No se olvide que la página web de Imagination Library se puede traducir al Español. Presione el botón " Español" en la parte superior de la página.
- Use su email y contraseña
- Haga clic en la flecha azul al lado del nombre de su hijo
- Seleccione la preferencia de idioma del libro (ver la imagen más abajo)
- Haga clic en Actualizar para guardar
Si necesita ayuda, por favor envíe un correo electrónico a librarydirector@acpl.info.
Thank You
TO OUR DONORS FOR YOUR GENEROSITY & SUPPORT
Donor Level
Queen of Country
$
15,000 +
For the highest level of supporters, named after Dolly’s undisputed title as the Queen of Country.
Donor Level
Dolly's Dreamers
$
12,500
For the dreamers who want to make a significant impact, this level celebrates those who give big in order to help others.
Donor Level
I Will Always Love You
$
10,000
This level honors long-lasting, meaningful contributions, just like Dolly’s timeless ballad.
Donor Level
Jolene
$
7,500
Inspired by the unforgettable song “Jolene,” this level celebrates those who give generously.
Donor Level
9 to 5
$
5,000
This level is for those who support the cause day in and day out, just like Dolly’s anthem to the working woman.
Donor Level
Coat of Many Colors
$
1,000
Donors at this level, named after Dolly’s iconic song, play a vital role in supporting the success of this program.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Allen County is made possible by generous donations from individuals, businesses, and charitable organizations. We are grateful to all of our donors for being champions of early literacy. We'd like to give special recognition to our top Dolly Donors:
Dolly Donors
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American Legion Auxiliary Unit 420 Monroeville
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Susan and Eric Baier
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Linnea and George Bartling Foundation
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Patty & Dave Bednarz
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Gary Chaney
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Chapman Charitable Trust
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Do It Best Foundation
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Doermer Family Foundation
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Pam Garrison
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Jane Gastineau
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Lynne Gilmore
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Carol Guse
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Jerome Henry
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Jane and Jay Jorgensen
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Alice and Jeff Krull
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Louise Larsen
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Christine and Pete Mallers
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Brenda and Lyndon McGlothin
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Meijer #314
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Menze Family Donor Advised Fund
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Laura and Mohan Rao
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Dr. Louis and Anne B. Schneider Foundation
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Jeanette D. Schouweiler
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Allison and David Singleton—in Memory of Madison Elizabeth DePrey
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Surack Family Foundation
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Marsha and Doug Worthington
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The Waterfield Foundation
Dolly Donors
