Dolly Parton Thanks Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for $2 Million Donation

The country music icon shared a video message expressing her gratitude for the gift.

What Did Dolly Parton Say?

In the video, Parton directly addressed the couple. "Taylor and Travis, it’s Dolly," she said. "I was just told that you two are making a donation of $2 million to my Imagination Library. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I’m blown away and overjoyed with that gratitude." She then highlighted the foundation's mission and joked, "Now it’s evident that you two have made giving back a key part of your lives. So hey, when you have your firstborn, can I have it? Because that is gonna be one special baby."

How Was the Donation Made?

The couple reportedly donated $26 million to various charities across the country. This included national organizations like Parton's Imagination Library, Feeding America, and the ASPCA, as well as groups in New York City, Rhode Island, and Kansas City.

What Is the Imagination Library?

In her message, Parton reiterated the Dollywood Foundation's goal "to dream more, care more, learn more, and be more." She added that the organization would continue that mission "in even bigger ways now" thanks to the couple's contribution. She concluded her message by singing a line from her classic song, "I Will Always Love You."