Eugene, OR, September 17, 2026 — Lane County has announced an expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program, a free book gifting initiative aimed at fostering early literacy among children.

The program, which mails a free, high-quality book each month to enrolled children from birth to age five, is extending its reach within Lane County. Specific details regarding the scope of this expansion, such as new age eligibility criteria, enhanced distribution methods, or additional partner organizations, were not immediately provided. The timeline for when this expansion officially took effect or is set to commence was also not detailed.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library was founded in 1995 by the country music superstar to serve her home county in Tennessee. Since then, it has grown into an international program, partnering with local affiliates to deliver books to children in communities across the United States, Canada, and Australia. The core mission of the program is to encourage a love of reading and learning from the earliest stages of childhood development.

The expansion in Lane County signifies a continued commitment to early childhood education and literary access for families in the region. While the exact nature of the expansion remains unspecified, such initiatives typically aim to increase the number of children receiving books, potentially by removing previous barriers to enrollment or by reaching underserved communities more effectively. The program’s success is often measured by improvements in early literacy skills, school readiness, and a lifelong appreciation for reading.

Further information on the specific enhancements to the program in Lane County, including how families can enroll or participate in the expanded services, is expected to be released. The contractor responsible for managing the expanded program locally was not identified in the announcement.


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