Ashtabula County Community Action Agency

08/29/2026

Did you know? The Dolly Parton Imagination Library provides high-quality, age-appropriate books to children aged 0-5 at no cost to the family. The program looks a little different in each state.

In Ohio, while the national Dolly Parton-sponsored program provides the structure, overhead, and publishing, the books are paid for through a partnership between the state of Ohio and Local Program Partners. The Ashtabula County Community Action Agency is the Local Program Partner for Ashtabula County and provides half the cost of each book that is mailed to program participants in the county thanks to grants, sponsorships, and donations.

Honor Dolly’s legacy by sponsoring an Imagination Library child in Ashtabula County by visiting: https://www.ohioimaginationlibrary.org/donate

When donating, be sure to direct your donation to Ashtabula County to ensure that your donation will directly benefit the children enrolled in our local program. Thank you for helping us continue Dolly's legacy one book and one child at a time.

08/27/2026

Dolly meant so much to so many different people around the world — entertainer, songwriter, businesswoman, philanthropist, friend and inspiration. And to many, she was known as "the Book Lady."

Inspired by her father who could not read or write, Dolly created her book gifting program, Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, so children could develop their own love of reading.

Dolly's program has mailed over 330 million books to children, and nearly 28 million have been sent to children in Ohio. Her legacy will continue to live on through this program and these books.

There are more children to reach. More books to send. More families to bring into this wonderful community "the Book Lady" created.

The greatest tribute you can give Dolly is to keep it going — together.

In lieu of flowers, Dolly's family asks for donations to be made to her Imagination Library program, so children can continue to experience the excitement of receiving a book in the mail each month.

Donations can be made to Ohio's Imagination Library at: www.ohioimaginationlibrary.org

08/25/2026

Through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, millions of children worldwide receive a brand-new, age-appropriate book delivered right to their doorstep every single month—at no cost to them; paid by local and state program partners.

As a proud local program partner here at Ashtabula County Community Action Agency, we get to witness the magic firsthand: the excitement of a child opening their very own mail, the joy of bedtime stories shared with family, and the lifelong love of reading sparked in our community.

Thank you, Dolly, for inspiring a love of learning, dreaming big, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to build their very own home library, no matter their circumstances. We will always love you.

08/18/2026

08/15/2026

08/13/2026

✨💙Nothing warms our hearts like wonderful company!

We always love welcoming our amazing community members and partners into our dining sites to learn more or to share a delicious, freshly prepared meal and some great conversation.

Thanks to the Ashtabula County Board of Developmental Disabilities and Michael for visiting us, volunteering, and helping us spread the word about our Senior Nutrition Program.

Come pull up a chair—there’s always room for one more at our table! To learn more, just dial 2-1-1.💙✨

08/12/2026

07/16/2026

Check out this great opportunity! Learn more at their open house on July 19th!

First Look: If you're a first-time homebuyer, or you're ready to make a step towards your family's future, come see the possibilities of this program.

This Sunday, July 19th, from 11 am - 2 pm, the project team will answer questions about the project and give tours of the home.

This open house is open to all interested community members. Bring a friend! Please be aware that this home is still under construction.

Buyers must be income-eligible, agree to program requirements, and secure a mortgage. Read more at WelcomeHomeAshtabula.com