Author Archives: Imagination Library of Waco

March 30, 2023 – Imagination Library of Waco is excited to announce it received a $5,000 grant from Waco Foundation to grow and sustain enrollment in high-priority zip codes in the greater Waco community. The grant was given as an immediate impact grant and funded from the Lucy & Kent Keeth Fund. Imagination Library ofContinue reading “Imagination Library Receives Grant from Waco Foundation”

Imagination Library of Waco is pleased to announce the expansion of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to a sixth Waco-area zip code, 76708. The expansion allows all children in 76708 to receive one free children’s book per month from birth until their fifth birthday. Imagination Library of Waco expects to enroll 289 children from the newContinue reading “Imagination Library Expands to New Zip Code 76708”

Recently, Imagination Library of Waco was invited onto the “Know Waco” podcast where President, Noelle Baker, shared Dolly Parton’s vision for inspiring a love of reading and learning and how the program is growing here in Waco. Check out the episode in the player below or any platform you get your podcasts. Enjoy!

Imagination Library of Waco will host a Volunteer Interest meeting for those who would like to help promote the cause of literacy and early childhood education in our community. The organization has a need for people who would like to contribute in a variety of ways. There are meaningful opportunities to participate in community events,Continue reading “Imagination Library of Waco To Host Volunteer Interest Meeting”

Just six months after launching, Imagination Library of Waco’s enrollment has grown to over 470 children, making it the 12th largest affiliate in the state of Texas. The community of young readers is comprised of children from five of McLennan Counties eligible zip codes; however, Imagination Library of Waco expects to open additional zip codesContinue reading “Imagination Library of Waco Growth Off to Good Start”