In 2022, Parton was honored with the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy for her generosity through the years.
While these words may be specific to the year, it seems like she has followed them for decades.
Then, in 2000, The Dolly Parton Scholarship came into existence.
The Imagination Library accomplishes this goal by mailing free books to children from birth to the age of five.
Ultimately, though, Parton believes it’s never too late to learn.
In the aftermath, Dolly Parton started the My People Fund to help those affected.
Herwebsitechalked up the My People Fund’s donations to the families at a whopping $8.9 million.
Then, in 2021, Middle Tennessee was gravely affected by flash floods.
Denison subsequently went into remission and her country star aunt was eternally grateful for the hospital’s efforts.
Thus, in 2017, she made a $1 million donation to the children’s hospital.
About a year later, they honored Parton and her niece with the Hannah Dennison Butterfly Garden.
In a statement, Parton disclosed the passionate reason behind it: “I love all children.
As reported byToday,ticket sales from the event amounted to a whopping $500,000.
Parton’s contributions to society didn’t go unnoticed either.
As part of it, Parton also got $100 million to give away to her preferred charities.
In addition to all these good deeds,Parton once saved a 9-year-old’s life.
