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National PTA Honors Outstanding Advocacy Efforts

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National PTA is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2024 Outstanding Advocacy Awards, which honor state, local and individual PTA advocates for taking action to make a difference for the education, health, safety and well-being of every child. The honorees will be recognized during the association's 2024 Legislative Conference, Wednesday, March 6, at The Westin Alexandria Old Town in Alexandria, Va.

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  • In 2023, Thirty-Third District PTA worked on five resolutions—the first resolutions that the PTA had supported in over 10 years.
  • The process allowed Thirty-Third District PTA to not only engage their membership and reinforce the primary role of PTA as an advocacy organization, but it also instilled a sense of pride among their membership for impacting advocacy.
  • "Washington State PTA, Thirty-Third District PTA, Big Creek PTA, Rachel and Maurits exemplify what it means to take action and speak for every child with one voice, which is what our association does best," said Yvonne Johnson, president of National PTA.
  • "I always say to never underestimate the power of a parent's voice, and we are thrilled to recognize the efforts of Washington State PTA, Thirty-Third District PTA, Big Creek PTA, Rachel and Maurits with our 2024 Outstanding Advocacy Awards."

Seven Families Receive Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 200 Millionth Book Celebration Surprise

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven families around the world are the recipients of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 200 Millionth Book Celebration surprise as the Imagination Library celebrates a major milestone - 200 million books gifted globally since its inception in 1995. The early childhood book-gifting program mails a high-quality, free book each month to children from birth to age five.

Key Points: 
  • SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven families around the world are the recipients of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 200 Millionth Book Celebration surprise as the Imagination Library celebrates a major milestone - 200 million books gifted globally since its inception in 1995.
  • In September (International Literacy Month), Dolly Parton's Imagination Library celebrated by randomly hiding enchanting Dolly bookmarks inside Imagination Library books of seven families from five countries.
  • The children's celebration includes an opportunity to video chat with Dolly herself and receive a personalized signed letter from Dolly, an autographed photo from Dolly and four Dollywood Theme Park tickets.
  • "It's been one of my greatest gifts in life to help instill a love of reading through my Imagination Library.

Seven Families Receive Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 200 Millionth Book Celebration Surprise

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven families around the world are the recipients of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 200 Millionth Book Celebration surprise as the Imagination Library celebrates a major milestone - 200 million books gifted globally since its inception in 1995. The early childhood book-gifting program mails a high-quality, free book each month to children from birth to age five.

Key Points: 
  • SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Seven families around the world are the recipients of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library 200 Millionth Book Celebration surprise as the Imagination Library celebrates a major milestone - 200 million books gifted globally since its inception in 1995.
  • In September (International Literacy Month), Dolly Parton's Imagination Library celebrated by randomly hiding enchanting Dolly bookmarks inside Imagination Library books of seven families from five countries.
  • The children's celebration includes an opportunity to video chat with Dolly herself and receive a personalized signed letter from Dolly, an autographed photo from Dolly and four Dollywood Theme Park tickets.
  • "It's been one of my greatest gifts in life to help instill a love of reading through my Imagination Library.

Library of Congress honors News Literacy Project with highest award

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Friday, September 8, 2023

WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The News Literacy Project today received the highest honor from the Library of Congress Literacy Awards Program, the David M. Rubenstein Prize, in recognition of NLP's outstanding efforts to help people of all ages identify misinformation and help stop its spread.   

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  • Rubenstein Prize recognizes efforts to improve literacy in the U.S. or abroad
    WASHINGTON, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The News Literacy Project today received the highest honor from the Library of Congress Literacy Awards Program , the David M. Rubenstein Prize, in recognition of NLP's outstanding efforts to help people of all ages identify misinformation and help stop its spread.
  • "The David M. Rubenstein Prize is a testament to the real, measurable impact of our programs," said Charles Salter, president and CEO of NLP.
  • The awards are given annually on Sept. 8, which UNESCO has designated as International Literacy Day .
  • We are honored to receive this recognition from the Library of Congress," said Charles Salter, president and CEO of NLP.

Dollar General Literacy Foundation Donates $1 Million to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library®

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) announced a $1 million donation to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library® .

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  • Today, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) announced a $1 million donation to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library® .
  • We look forward to seeing the additional impact these funds and books will have.”
    The Dollar General Literacy Foundation and Dollar General Corporation have a longstanding history of supporting Imagination Library programs.
  • To date, the Foundation has awarded more than $233 million to support nearly 19.3 million individuals improve their lives through literacy and education.
  • “I first want to congratulate the Dollar General Literacy Foundation on an amazing 30 years of supporting literacy efforts across the country,” said Dolly Parton.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts: Newport News Marriott at City Center Partners with The DeGood Foundation to Host Rappelling Fundraiser for local Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Newport News Marriott at City Center is partnering with The DeGood Foundation to host a new fundraiser for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Hampton Roads on September 22-23, 2023.

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  • NEWPORT NEWS, Va., July 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Newport News Marriott at City Center is partnering with The DeGood Foundation to host a new fundraiser for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Hampton Roads on September 22-23, 2023.
  • The event will allow over 5,000 new children to receive free, high-quality, age-appropriate books in the mail each month for one year.
  • The event also offers sponsorship options, including a “Toss Your Boss” sponsorship package, as well as numerous incentives and awards.
  • The Newport News Marriott at City Center is managed by Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC , one of the nation's largest independent hospitality management companies.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Celebrates 200 Millionth Book Milestone

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is turning over a new chapter in The Imagination Library legacy - celebrating 200 million books gifted globally since inception in 1995. The early childhood book-gifting program mails a high-quality, free book each month to children from birth to age five and is now excited to celebrate with every child/family enrolled in the program and its Local Program Partners.

Key Points: 
  • SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is turning over a new chapter in The Imagination Library legacy - celebrating 200 million books gifted globally since inception in 1995.
  • Experience the full interactive Multichannel News Release here: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/9180851-dolly-partons-imaginatio...
    To celebrate this global 200 million book milestone, seven enchanting Dolly bookmarks will be randomly hidden inside Imagination Library books gifted during International Literacy Month (September) to children/families currently enrolled in the program.
  • Seven random children/families in five countries who find the Dolly bookmarks in their Imagination Library books will receive, if they choose, a video chat with Dolly, a personalized signed letter from Dolly, an autographed photo from Dolly, and four Dollywood Theme Park tickets.
  • Participating in 200 Million Reasons to Celebrate is voluntary and does not affect enrollment in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Celebrates 200 Millionth Book Milestone

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is turning over a new chapter in The Imagination Library legacy - celebrating 200 million books gifted globally since inception in 1995. The early childhood book-gifting program mails a high-quality, free book each month to children from birth to age five and is now excited to celebrate with every child/family enrolled in the program and its Local Program Partners.

Key Points: 
  • SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is turning over a new chapter in The Imagination Library legacy - celebrating 200 million books gifted globally since inception in 1995.
  • To celebrate this global 200 million book milestone, seven enchanting Dolly bookmarks will be randomly hidden inside Imagination Library books gifted during International Literacy Month (September) to children/families currently enrolled in the program.
  • Participating in 200 Million Reasons to Celebrate is voluntary and does not affect enrollment in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
  • All children under five years of age who are actively enrolled in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library by July 31, 2023, can participate.

LOUISA MAY ALCOTT'S LITTLE WOMEN - A NEW MUSICAL ADAPTATION

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 4 Times Entertainment announces a new musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's iconic coming-of-age novel Little Women. Be part of musical theatre history when two concert presentations are performed as an intimate introduction to the re-imagining of the beloved story. 

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  • LOS ANGELES, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 4 Times Entertainment announces a new musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's iconic coming-of-age novel Little Women.
  • Be part of musical theatre history when two concert presentations are performed as an intimate introduction to the re-imagining of the beloved story.
  • With the feeling of an industry-exclusive listening party, the audience will experience a surprisingly captivating take on the classic story.
  • For tickets to the March 6 performance: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/little-women-a-newmusical-knitting-facto...
    In anticipation of Little Women, selections from the show have been released:

Empower London Foundation Teams Up with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in New Round of Charity Partnerships

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Friday, December 17, 2021

London, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - December 17, 2021) - In an ambitious funding plan, Empower London Foundation has announced a new round of charity partnerships, teaming up with four new charities-including Dolly Parton's Imagination Library-that will be recipients of funds raised at their upcoming The London Festival .

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  • London, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - December 17, 2021) - In an ambitious funding plan, Empower London Foundation has announced a new round of charity partnerships, teaming up with four new charities-including Dolly Parton's Imagination Library-that will be recipients of funds raised at their upcoming The London Festival .
  • The goal of the event is to raise money for Empower London Foundation's educational programmes, and support schemes for entrepreneurs and Greater London communities.
  • Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, the flagship program of The Dollywood Foundation UK, was started by legendary singer, songwriter, businesswoman, and humanitarian, Dolly Parton.
  • To find out more about the Empower London Foundation and the London Festival, visit https://empower-london.org and https://thelondonfestival.com .