San Diego, CA, November 1, 2026 —

A popular early literacy program founded by music icon Dolly Parton has officially launched in San Diego County, aiming to foster a love of reading among young children. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library will now offer free books to eligible children residing within the county.

The program’s expansion into San Diego County marks a significant step in its mission to inspire children to develop a lifelong passion for books and learning. Through this initiative, registered children will receive a new, age-appropriate book mailed directly to their homes each month. The specific age range of children eligible for the program was not provided in the available information.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library was founded in 1995 in Sevier County, Tennessee, Parton’s hometown. It has since grown into an international program, gifting over 200 million books to children worldwide. The core principle of the program is to provide children with the foundational tools for educational success through the magic of reading, regardless of their family’s economic status.

Details regarding the specific launch date or the exact timeline for enrollment in San Diego County were not immediately available. Furthermore, information regarding the primary funding sources for the San Diego County chapter of the Imagination Library was not provided. Typically, the program operates through partnerships with local affiliates, often supported by community organizations, businesses, and public funds, to cover the costs associated with book selection, printing, and mailing.

The program aims to provide a consistent and engaging way for young children to build their personal libraries from birth up to age five, a critical period for cognitive development and literacy acquisition. The books distributed are carefully selected to be educational and entertaining, covering a wide range of topics and genres suitable for preschoolers.

As the program establishes its presence in San Diego County, further details are expected to be released regarding enrollment procedures and specific service areas within the county. The overarching goal remains consistent: to ensure that every child has access to the essential building blocks of early literacy.


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