Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton [1946 - ] is renowned not only for her $1 million donation to help develop the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine but also for her profound impact as a cultural icon. With a career that spans decades, she has made her mark on both country and pop music charts. Her unforgettable role in 9 to 5 and the accompanying theme song solidified her status in entertainment history.

In 2024, Parton actively engaged in hurricane relief efforts, donating $1 million to the Mountain Ways Foundation to assist communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Her businesses, including Dollywood, contributed an additional $1 million, totaling $2 million to support recovery initiatives. In 2023, she launched the “Imagination Library” initiative, which provides free books to children from birth to age five. Through the Dollywood Foundation, Parton continues to champion literacy and healthcare, demonstrating her enduring commitment to uplifting her community and those in need​.