FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – The Allen County Public Library (ACPL) has announced a major milestone in its partnership with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: more than 50,000 books have now been mailed directly to the homes of young children across Allen County – at no cost to their families.
“This milestone represents thousands of stories read, imaginations sparked, and bonds strengthened between children and caregivers,” said Susan P. Baier, ACPL Director. “When we give a child a book, we immediately begin increasing that child’s likelihood of economic and academic success. When we’re delivering books to the homes of nearly 1/3 of our county’s young children – we’re not just talking about individual success – we’re investing in our community’s success.”
ACPL representatives released the following:…