Dream Uplifters

09/30/2026

08/26/2026

Reading books changes lives.

ALA is heartbroken at the passing of country music legend, cultural icon, and champion of literacy Dolly Parton.

Dolly’s award-winning Imagination Library initiative, inspired by her father’s inability to read or write, has put hundreds of millions of free books into the hands of children across America and was considered by her to be one of her greatest achievements.

“We’re giving books to kids who wouldn’t have a chance to get them otherwise,” she told American Libraries in a 2018 interview. “A lot of people think this is just for poor children—it’s for all children. It’s important to get books into the hands of any child that we can.”

ALA was proud to confer Dolly with an honorary lifetime membership, the Association’s highest honor, in 2023 for her lasting impact on librarianship, libraries, and the communities they serve.

Dolly was also part of ALA’s Celebrity READ campaign, in which she holds a copy of 'The Little Engine That Could.'

“I’ve always related to that book because I’m the little engine that did!” she said.

Thank you, Dolly. ❤️

07/29/2026

Thank you Dean L Rosen for your recent donation. Much appreciated and needed at this time!

05/12/2026

The Delmar Loop is about to bloom into a walkable work of art! This Saturday, more than eight artists will showcase their work at the 2nd Annual Flowering Artists Festival. This year’s festival is bigger than ever, featuring live music and color around every corner. Joining us to share what you ca...

04/28/2026

Thank you to those of you who support my art with jewelry donations.

04/20/2026

Dreams DO come true!

'The Voice' Season 29 winner Alexia Jayy has made history as the first Black woman to win the series in its 15-year run.