Dolly Parton is a beloved country music icon, but she is also a philanthropist who has been using her platform to help those in need. Recently, she has been using her resources to help those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Parton has partnered with the Vanderbilt University Medical Center to launch the “My People Fund”, which provides $1,000 a month to families in her home county of Sevier, Tennessee who have been affected by the pandemic. The fund was created to help those who have lost their jobs or had their hours reduced due to the pandemic.
Parton has also partnered with the American Red Cross to launch the “Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library”, which provides free books to children in need. The program has been running since 1995 and has provided over 100 million books to children in the United States and Canada.
Parton has also been using her platform to raise awareness about the importance of wearing masks and social distancing. She has been encouraging her fans to wear masks and practice social distancing in order to help slow the spread of the virus.
Parton’s partnership during distress is a testament to her commitment to helping those in need. She is using her resources to help those affected by the pandemic and to raise awareness about the importance of wearing masks and social distancing. Her efforts are a reminder that we can all do our part to help those in need during this difficult time.
Dolly Parton’s Partnership During Distress
