
Expanding Youth Opportunity, One Book at a Time
At United Way of Northwest Georgia, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. That journey begins with access to literacy, learning, and supportive resources that lay the foundation for lifelong success.
As part of our broader mission to remove barriers and advance what works, our network of Little Free Libraries supports early literacy and family engagement right in the heart of our neighborhoods. These “take a book, leave a book” stations are placed in local parks, schools, and community spaces across Whitfield and Murray counties to ensure reading is always within reach.
These libraries are open year-round and available to everyone - kids, teens, and adults! Whether a child needs a book to spark their imagination or a parent is looking for something new to read with their family, these libraries serve as a simple yet powerful tool for connection and growth.
We maintain these libraries with the help of dedicated volunteers and community partners who believe in the power of books to change lives.
This is just one of the ways we work toward a community where all can thrive - from literacy and school readiness to after-school programs, college and career prep, and essential services for families in crisis. Because when we invest in children and support families, we build a stronger, more resilient future for everyone.
Contact Stephanie Hogshead to sponsor or become a steward for one of our Little Free Libraries!
United Way of Northwest Georgia Little Free Library Sites
Dalton
Al Rollins Park
Brookwood Park
Carpet City Rotary Park
Civitan Park (Harlan Godfrey Park)
Dalton Green in downtown Dalton
Friendship House Inc
Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce
Haig Mill Lake Park
Heritage Point Park
James Brown Park
Joan Lewis Park
Lakeshore Park
Mack Gaston Community Center
Mt. Rachel
Otis Cook Memorial Tree Park
Roan School
VD Parrott Junior Park
Whitfield County-Dalton Day Care Center Inc
Chatsworth
Whitfield County
Cedar Ridge Elementary School
Dawnville Community Park
Dug Gap Elementary School
Eastside Elementary School
Edwards Park
Pleasant Grove Park
Riverbend Park
Tunnel Hill Park (Harry Griffin Park)
Valley Point Middle School
Varnell Park
Westside Elementary School
Westside Park – Miracle League Field
Murray County
Murray County Recreation Department
Petty-Fairy Valley Park