Contact Your PA State Senator - Support Statewide Imagination Library!
Great News & Call to ActionThe Pennsylvania House of Representatives has voted to approve House Bill 1663, bringing us one step closer to a statewide Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! The bill has now moved to the Senate Education Committee for review. A statewide program would provide a 50% state match for books and postage, meaning local programs could instantly serve double the number of children for the same funds raised!
What You Can Do Now
Contact your State Senator today to share why the Imagination Library matters in your community.
Find Your PA State Senator Here: https://www.palegis.us/senate/members |
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What to say (in Your Own Words)
- Why the Imagination Library matters in your community
- How it complements schools and libraries
- Its role in supporting school readiness and family engagement
- The program's cost-efficiency, scalability, and benefit to all children under age 5
- The value of public-private partnerships
- Why continued investment in early literacy delivers long-term returns for Pennsylvania
Sample E-Mail to Your Senator
Subject: Please Support Statewide Imagination Library - HB 1663
Dear Senator [Last Name],
I am a constituent from [Town/ZIP], and I am writing to urge you to support House Bill 1663 for a statewide Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
[Share your personal story or community impact here - Example: "My daughter walks to the mailbox with me on book delivery days, and the joy on her face when she gets her own book in the mail is priceless."]
This cost-effective, easily scalable program supports early literacy and kindergarten readiness. With 50% state match funding, local programs could serve double the number of children for the same investment.
I respectfully ask you to support HB 1663 so more Pennsylvania children can benefit.
Thank you for your service and consideration.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
Dear Senator [Last Name],
I am a constituent from [Town/ZIP], and I am writing to urge you to support House Bill 1663 for a statewide Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.
[Share your personal story or community impact here - Example: "My daughter walks to the mailbox with me on book delivery days, and the joy on her face when she gets her own book in the mail is priceless."]
This cost-effective, easily scalable program supports early literacy and kindergarten readiness. With 50% state match funding, local programs could serve double the number of children for the same investment.
I respectfully ask you to support HB 1663 so more Pennsylvania children can benefit.
Thank you for your service and consideration.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
30-Second Phone Call Script
"Hello, my name is [NAME], and I live in [TOWN or ZIP CODE]. I'm calling as a constituent to urge Senator [LAST NAME] to support House Bill 1663 for a statewide Dolly Parton's Imagination Library. This program is a cost-effective, proven way to support early literacy for children in our communities. I respectfully ask the Senator to support this bill. Thank you for your time and service."
Share Your Story
Do you have a personal moment that illustrates what the Imagination Library has meant to your family? Please email your story to [email protected] - these firsthand accounts will be compiled and shared with PA legislators.
Your voice as a constituent carries significant weight. Please reach out while the Senate is in session!
Thank you for advocating for early childhood literacy.
Questions? Contact Lauren Wirt, Regional Director, The Dollywood Foundation [email protected] | (865) 280-9982
Questions? Contact Lauren Wirt, Regional Director, The Dollywood Foundation [email protected] | (865) 280-9982