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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Lafourche Education Foundation

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A book a month. A love of reading for life. 

We are the Community Partner for  Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library for Lafourche Parish. Every registered child residing in Lafourche Parish  from birth to age five receives a free, high-quality book in the mail each month.

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Why the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Matters to Our Community

The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is more than a book-gifting program — it is a powerful tool for early childhood literacy that transforms lives and strengthens communities.

A Strong Start for Every Child

Research shows that the number of books in a child’s home is one of the strongest indicators of future academic success. Through the Imagination Library, children from birth to age five receive a free, high-quality, age-appropriate book each month, mailed directly to their homes. This not only fosters a love of reading but also encourages crucial parent-child bonding around storytelling and learning.

Closing the Literacy Gap

For many families, especially in rural or underserved communities, access to books can be limited. The Imagination Library removes financial and logistical barriers, helping ensure that all children — regardless of background — are exposed to the vocabulary, concepts, and language development they need to start school ready to learn.

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Proven Results

Studies have linked participation in the Imagination Library to higher kindergarten readiness, improved early literacy skills, and long-term educational gains. Locally, our program has already reached hundreds of children, with graduates entering school more prepared and confident.

An Investment in Our Future

Each $30 donation covers an entire year of books for one child. By partnering with the Imagination Library, your organization is investing in a generation of readers, thinkers, and leaders. Together, we can give every child in our community the tools to succeed — one book at a time.

How it works..

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1,000+ children are currently enrolled. We want to serve more. We need your help to do it.

Every contribution makes a meaningful difference in a student's education

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Whether you’re a teacher, parent, donor, or partner—you matter to us.

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Lafourche Education Foundation
P.O. Box 529, Thibodaux, LA 70302

985-205-3737

501c3 Nonprofit Organization

Tax ID number 31-574723

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