Free Books for Kids

Inspire a Love of Reading with Free Books for Kids!

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails FREE books to children from birth until they turn 5 years old, no matter their family’s income. Together with the United Way of Cumberland County, we are working to ensure children in our community develop a love of reading with free books for kids.

Free Books for Kids

Note: The first book may take up to 3 months to be delivered. The primary caregiver must complete the application. Duplicate applications may result in removal from the program. If you move, the US Postal Service will not forward books. You must change your address online through the parent portal, so please save your confirmation email.



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The North Carolina Partnership for Children and the Smart Start Initiative help fund this work.

Help us in our efforts to ensure all children receive a sound education, beginning at birth, and families receive the support they need to ensure success.