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Allegiant Pledges $20,000 to Dolly Parton Children's Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee

  • Allegiant Travel Company pledged $20,000 to the Dolly Parton Children's Hospital in Knoxville, Tennessee, in memory of the late entertainer.
  • The donation supports the hospital's employee recognition program, specifically the Daisy, Sunflower, Lily, & Bee Awards.
  • Monthly flight vouchers for roundtrip Allegiant travel will be provided to staff winners for outstanding patient & family care.
  • The hospital was renamed in 2026 & operates as a 152-bed Comprehensive Regional Pediatric Center accredited by the Joint Commission.
  • Allegiant serves 23 markets from McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), where it opened a crew base in 2018.
  • The airline launched themed Dollywood flights #925 & #2-925 from Orlando to Knoxville earlier in 2026 as a tribute to Dolly Parton.
  • Allegiant President & CFO Robert Neal & Chief Commercial Officer Drew Wells emphasized the company's commitment to East Tennessee communities.