Families Love to Read Together
Give the gift of reading today!
You light the future with the spark of literacy! Reading begins at home on parents’ laps. In collaboration with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, the adventure of literacy begins. Every child in the Valley is eligible to receive an age-appropriate book each month – delivered right to them! This almost magical program exists thanks to the belief and generosity of you, our extraordinary donors.
Every month a new, carefully selected book is mailed to each preschool child in Gunnison and Hinsdale Counties who is registered with the program, thanks to Imagination Library, generous CFGV donors, and committed volunteers. Reading to a child during preschool years is the biggest boost toward a successful education we can give our children. Valley children are excited to grow their very own library and look forward to “their” mail arriving. In Dolly’s own words, “If my Imagination Library helps turn the dreams of a child into the promise of a bright future, then one of my biggest dreams will come true.”
As of June 2025, CFGV is partnering with the Gunnison County Library District to administer the Imagination Library program.
Olivia and Zeke just checked the mailbox!
Support for the program comes from local folks, service clubs, businesses, and many part-time residents as well. Thanks to all who understand the value of literacy for the futures of our youngest community members. You are making a huge difference in the lives of Valley children! Over 1000 local youngsters have been served by this program.
