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- Dolly Parton Pledges Millions in Relief to Victims of Hurricane Helene: ‘It’s Personal’ (newsbreak.com)
Country music icon Dolly Parton is offering a generous hand to victims of Hurricane Helene, pledging millions of dollars in aid.
Parton, who grew up in East Tennessee, was deeply affected by the storm’s devastation. She personally donated $1 million to the Mountain Ways Foundation, an organization helping flood-stricken communities.
Her donation will be matched by her companies, including the Dollywood Foundation and Dollywood Parks and Resorts, effectively doubling its impact.
Parton emphasized her strong connection to the region, stating, “These are my mountains, my people, and my home.” She urged others to join her in supporting the recovery effort.
She also expressed her sympathy for those affected, saying, “We’re with you. We love you. And we’re going to do our part to make things better.”
Parton’s donation is part of her ongoing charitable efforts, which include the Dollywood Foundation and past donations to wildfire victims.