Dolly Parton never had children of her own, but that never stopped her from caring for kids. She created Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to encourage a lifelong love of reading. In its 30-year existence, the library has gifted more than 200 million books. Her philanthropy doesn’t end with reading. Dolly’s more-than-generous heart has made many dreams come true in Tennessee, and it’s just the beginning. East Tennessee Children’s Hospital in Knoxville is now Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, thanks to an incredible donation.   View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital (@dollychildrens) Dolly Parton Met with Hospital Staff to Discuss the Future Matt Schafer, president and CEO of Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, told Chief Healthcare Executive that working with Dolly made dreams come true. “It was truly humbling, and to hear her, in her own words, talk about the importance of this to her, to her community, to this organization, and to children, was super affirming,” Matt said. He added that Dolly Parton’s donation and love of children are a “lifeline for this mission.” He did not disclose any financial details of the agreement, but Matt did say that having Dolly Parton’s support will change the hospital forever. “What I can tell you is that she has made a generational and transformational commitment to Children’s and its mission, and that commitment is something that goes beyond our wildest expectations, that is, beyond generous, and will be a lifeline for this mission for now and for years to come. And we’re excited about and humbled by her willingness to do so,” he said. Dolly association with the healthcare organization will likely attract more donors. In the end, more children will receive care at Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital. “Fundraising has and will continue to be a big part of ensuring that mission is exceeded to its fullest,” the CEO explained. “And there’s no time like this opportunity to tell our story in a broader way, to have the halo effect of Dolly Parton and those who like to support what she supports. We’re seeing some of the early fruits of that, and I believe we will continue to see that moving forward.” This story’s featured image is by Sam Hodde/Getty Images for ABA