Important Update:
Due to a recent change in state funding, United Way of Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties will be responsible for covering 100% of the cost of books and mailing for the Imagination Library beginning July 1, 2026.
As a result, we will pause new enrollments effective July 1, 2026.
Children who are already enrolled will continue receiving books, and we remain committed to supporting early literacy in our community. This decision allows us to responsibly manage our resources while prioritizing currently enrolled children and maintaining other critical community investments.
We will continue working with partners and exploring sustainable funding solutions to support this program in the future.
United Way of Cowlitz & Wahkiakum Counties is proud to champion Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Program to children in Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties!
The program offers Cowlitz or Wahkiakum resident children ages birth-5 years old, a brand new, age-appropriate book every single month until their 5th birthday month.
Books are delivered directly to the child's home! Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is considered a world-class program for childhood success and preparing children to enter kindergarten ready! Data has shown participating children have higher kindergarten assessment scores that non-participants. United Way's dedicated to ensuring that by 2032, 80% of local children in Cowlitz & Wahkiakum Counties are prepared for kindergarten. By investing in our children, we are investing in the strength of our community for generations to come.
*Share the information to all parents/guardians with eligible children. Sign up a child here
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*Sign-up a visually impaired child for accessible books in print/braille and audio formats
*Download fun coloring and activity sheets featuring some of the most popular Imagination Library book titles.
