Lighthouse for Children

Lighthouse for Children Provides Fresno County families with access to services and resources to support the transformative first 5 years of their child's life.

Due to the outpouring of support after Dolly’s passing, the website to sign-up for the Imagination Library is currently ...
08/26/2026

Due to the outpouring of support after Dolly’s passing, the website to sign-up for the Imagination Library is currently experiencing extremely high volume which is causing some pages to not load properly. Getting more books in the hands of children is very important to us, so please come back and try again. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Also, thank you to those who have been donating to ensure the continuation of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Fresno County in Dolly’s honor. You can make a gift online through PayPal using the link in our bio or by check, and every contribution makes a difference. Check donations can be mailed to:

Lighthouse for Children, Inc.,
2405 Tulare Street, Suite 200, Fresno, CA 93721
Attention: Fresno Imagination Library

We are so grateful to see the outpouring of love and support for the legacy Dolly left behind.

In 1995, Dolly Parton began mailing books to children in honor of her father, who couldn’t read or write. That simple ac...
08/26/2026

In 1995, Dolly Parton began mailing books to children in honor of her father, who couldn’t read or write.
 
That simple act of love became a movement that lives on here in Fresno County. Every month, more than 12,000 local children receive a book in their mailbox because of a vision Dolly started more than 30 years ago.
 
While our hearts are saddened by her passing, we are inspired to continue the work she started: helping children fall in love with reading and building a brighter future, one book at a time.
 
Thank you, Dolly. Your legacy lives on in every mailbox, every story, and every child whose imagination you helped spark.
 
We will always love you. ❤️📚

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress,...
08/25/2026

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.
Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 - 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens
(1923 - 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 - 2000).
A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place.
Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.
At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com
In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com. For donations to the local Imagination Library you can visit the link in our bio.

04/24/2026

Last month marked an exciting milestone for us: ONE full year since children across Fresno County began receiving books through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library! 📚📫🎉

Thank you to all of our wonderful sponsors and community partners for their belief and investment in early literacy and for being part of this incredible first year!! 🫶🏽

.mountain.casino Table Mountain Rancheria West Coast Waste Dawn Diestelkamp Dirk Poechel ETS Plumbing Fresno Association of Realtors Supervisor Garry Bredefeld Jeffrey T. Roberts Pablo Villagrana PG&E Soul Housing Spencer Family & many many more supporters and counting!

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