Dolly Parton to Utilize the Funds for Charitable Work
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos recently announced his plan to donate the majority of his $124 billion net worth during his lifetime. To kick off this initiative, Bezos, along with his partner Lauren Sanchez, gave $100 million to singer-songwriter Dolly Parton.
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Parton was honored with the Courage and Civility Award, recognizing her charitable work. Bezos praised her in a video on Instagram, highlighting her philanthropic contributions to children and literacy.
Parton expressed her gratitude and commitment to making a positive impact with the donation, stating, “When people are in a position to help, you should help.”
Dolly Parton receives $100 million donation from Jeff Bezos for charitable causes.
Bezos awarded Parton the Courage and Charities Award for 2022, citing her compassionate leadership.
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Parton pledged to continue her philanthropic work, focusing on initiatives like the Imagination Library and research on pediatric infectious diseases.
