Dolly Parton says she is “blown away” and “overjoyed” after receiving a $2 million donation for her Imagination Library literacy program from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Multiple outlets report that the couple’s contribution is part of a broader giving effort ahead of their reported wedding celebration this weekend. The larger donation is described as totaling $26 million distributed across 20 charities in the United States.
Parton publicly thanks Swift and Kelce, telling them that giving back is “a key part” of their lives. In remarks attributed to Parton, she also acknowledges being a beneficiary of the donation and expresses her gratitude to the couple. One outlet includes an additional, humorous comment from Parton as she addresses the couple, while the other reports focus on the charity donation and her appreciation.
Across coverage, the central points are that Swift and Kelce provide $2 million to the Imagination Library, Parton responds with thanks, and the gift is tied to a larger pre-wedding philanthropic package announced or reported by outlets.
