I absolutely love P&G and not only their amazing products, but the way they involve themselves in amazing programs, and call out the true heroes in this country. This February is no exception when they focus to honor Sabrina Williams for her effort to support literacy in this country.
In celebration of diversity, and coinciding with Black History Month, Procter & Gamble® has teamed up with Dollar General to honor Every Day Heroes who make sacrifices for their families and are making a difference in their communities. To celebrate the Every Day Hero in each of us, Dollar General chose Sabrina Williams as its Every Day Hero for February 2013. She will be featured in a national television program airing on TNT called “Dramatic Differences.”
Sabrina is a driving force in the community of North Lawndale, on the west side of Chicago. In addition to raising her own four children in the neighbor she grew up in, she also became a valued community leader and volunteer. She was the Chair of the Parent Committee at her children’s elementary school and continued to work with a national after-school literacy organization, America SCORES, as a writing coach for 3rd, 4th and 5th grade boys, even after all of her own children went on to high school.
Be sure to look for the February P&G brandSAVER® in your local paper on Sunday, January 27th! You can use P&G brandSAVER® coupons at Dollar General to get high-quality P&G products at great prices so be sure to check it out!
Love Proctor & Gamble products – we use them daily. Sounds like a great program!
Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
What a great giveaway. I had no idea the founder was illiterate!
I still can’t believe that the founder was illiterate when it all began!
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I love that they support anyone trying to learn English and to read. Those really are the key to success in America.
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I had no idea!
I love their products.
I’m a big P&G fan myself! i use all of their products!
learned about their commitment to literacy
Sabrina’s story is inspirational!
I learned that they help you find Local Literacy Programs and help you get your GED too.
what an inspiration!
Wow. This is so inspiring. Thanks for sharing!
Learned about their literacy programs!
They are honoring someone who works to improve her community
I learned about The Dollar General School Library Relief Program
I learned they offer grants to all types of people
More than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills.
I learned that they have literacy program grant information on the site —– Pauline aka Paol Trenny ….. emscout9 at Hotmail dot com
There are three programs in my city!
I learned that Dollar General supports literacy and you can find local programs on this site! AWESOME!
spokeman for literacy!! big deal!
I learned that dollar general has a literacy program
They are really concerned about literacy and have some grant programs for doing that.
I like the literacy program.
I learned that Family Dollar offers literary grants to public library programs and non profits that focus on PreK and older.
I learned:Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company
I learned that I can volunteer for Dollar General’s Literacy Foundation’s at Wappingers Central School District/Continuing Ed department.
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i learned this site has a way to search for local literacy groups
I learned that the founder was illiterate when he started the company
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Awards more than $2 Million in Grants to 564 Schools and Organizations Nationwide
The founder of Dollar General was illlerate when he started the company.
dollar general believes that learning to read, getting your ged or learning the english language is an investment that opens dooways for people
I learned that country music singer, Gretchen Wilson is the spokesperson for literacy and that they are deeply committed to helping everyone become literate! Way to go DG!!
J. L. Turner was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learnt that they have literacy grant programs
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they have a great literacy program debbie jackson
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The co founder of dg was functionally illerate when he started the company.
There are 16 resources in my city and volunteer opportunities
I didn’t know that they supported literacy programs.
Their commitment for literacy.
I am impressed that the owner of the business was actually illiterate himself!
I had no idea Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company!
I learned the P & G gets involves in important programs and honors people like Sabrina who are working hard to help her community.
I learned they offer help in lots of areas including technology, and there are several right in my area..that is awesome! Thanks for sharing!
The also offer financial literacy tools.
I learned about P&G and Dollar General are honoring Every Day Heroes who make a difference in their communities and with their families. I always thought P&G was awesome, now I know Dollar General is as well.
I learned that Dollar General believes that getting your GED, learning English or learning to read opens doorways for personal, professional and economic growth.
I learned that the founder of dollar general was illiterate.
site that has list of local literacy programs online
I learned that the founder was illiterate.
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learned that they have literacy grant programs! What a great program
I had no idea that Dollar General even had this program. How wonderful! I think its great that you can go through this site to become a volunteer.
They have a School Library Relief Program
I learned the Dollar General has community literacy programs that you can volunteer for.
There is a free financial literacy tutorial
I learned that they help fund local literacy programs.
They provide free financial literacy info.
I never knew anything about this chairty before, thanks!
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
i found therre is a literacy program, and way s to volunteer,
I didn’t know Dollar General had a literacy program… Very cool!!
I didn’t know these companies were so involed in outreach. That is great to know. I shop at Dollar General frequently and use P&G products probably every day.
More than 30 million adults are illiterate.
inspirational
Way To Go Dollar General! I was unaware that they had a literacy program. Good to know that a company that I support helps out all types of people.
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learned that Dollar General has a literacy program & they offer support in many ways
I learned that dollar general has a literacy program.
They support literacy
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the compa
I learned about their literary program
I learned about their literary program, GOD BLESS YA’LL
I learned about volunteer opportunities.
What a great program. Literacy is so important.
I learned that you can find local places to help with literacy programs.
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Adult Literacy Grants award funding to nonprofit organizations that provide direct service to adults in need of literacy assistance.
I learned how to find local literacy programs
I learned that Dollar General has a School Library Relief Program.
Gotta love reading programs!
I learned you can search their site or call to find help in your area with literacy; whether you yourself need help or if you’d like to volunteer.
They help so many to read better to better they’re lives.
there are several literacy grant programs
Well cool beans they have a support literacy program. That’s a good thing, so yippies skippy I can save money and help a good cause.
I learned they have a local literacy program as well.
How P&G wants to invest and support communities!
i didnt know the founder was illiterate! thats interesting!
Hopefully I learned how to use a “rafflecopter” lol
That they are honoring different individuals that are making a difference in their area.
I Learned about their literacy programs
Anything can be done, you’ve just gotta have the WANT-TO.
I had no idea that dollar general even participated in any sort of charitable work! And I totally agree with literacy! If one can read very well, they can teach themselves anything!
That the founder was illiterate
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founder was illiterate
learned about their commitment to literacy
I learned of their literacy committment
More than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills.
they offer a free financial literacy tutorial
I learned that Dollar General has an every day hero program.
I learned that Dollar General has literarcy grant programs.
I learned that their commitment to literacy is strong
I Learned All Types of people are Eligible for Grants
I learned there’s a program near me.
Dollar General’s commitment to literacy is an integral part of the company’s culture. In fact, Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
i thought dollar general was just a big corporation but i learned they have a heart
I learned that there should be a lot more people like Sabrina that cares about where she grew up, and where she lives. She takes care of her neighbor like others should!!
Thank you…Single Dad Danny
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How and where to volunteer
I learned that Gretchen Wilson is their spokesperson for literacy.
love their products
I learned that they are helping with GEDs!
30 mil adults are not able to read
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I learned that dollar general has a literacy program.
I learned that they can show you places where you can learn where to volunteer to help with literacy programs!
I was surprised that the co founder was illiterate when he started the company.
That through the website you can find places where you can volunteer to help!
I learn Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learned that In celebration of diversity, and coinciding with Black History Month, Procter & Gamble® has teamed up with Dollar General to honor Every Day Heroes who make sacrifices for their families and are making a difference in their communities.
Co-Founder was illiterate when he started the Company!
I learned that one of the co founders was illiterate!
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I learned this:
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Youth Literacy Grants provide funding to schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations to help students who are below grade level or experiencing difficulty reading. Grant funding is provided to assist in the following areas:
Implementing new or expanding existing literacy programs
Purchasing new technology or equipment to support literacy initiatives
Purchasing books, materials or software for literacy programs
Thank you!
I learned that more than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills.
I learned how many grants they give out, very diverse and all to the good cause of literacy!
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder was functionally illiterate when he started the company
I learned about Dollar General’s quest to provide education
The founder of Dollar General was functionally illiterate when he started the company!
I learned that I can search for literacy programs in my area.
Entered the rafflecopter form as “Wild Orchid”
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You, Sabrina Williams won the February 2013 Every Day Hero. You will be in a television show on TNT called “Dramatic Differences.”
That they fund literacy programs for all ages.
I learned that more than 30 million adults in the United States struggle with basic literacy skills
They are honoring someone who works to improve her community
More than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills
I learned that they support literacy programs in 40 states
They are committed to literacy.
I learned that there are places in my neighborhood where I could go volunteer. Great program!
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company. WOW!
I really like that a company promotes everyday heros. We need more positive news and just think how excited the people are to be appreciated! I love that!
I learned Dollar General offers summer reading grants.
The founder was illiterate
That the founder was illiterate. Wow!
I learned they have a great online directory to find local literacy programs.
I learned that the founder of DG was illiterate! Who would have known?
The huge commitment to literacy.
Real Heroes are those who contribute to the betterment of the community
I learned that the founder was illiterate
About all the grants they offer. Such an inspiration.
I clicked on the Disney Princess button and it took me to Walmart site and I saw so many other things that walmart offers that I have not seen in the stores. I have 4 granddaughters and all are princesses in my eyes. Now I know so much better, I am not a person who really likes the in the store standing in line and shopping to find out that the items are not in stock kind of gal.. Give me my computer and online shopping and i am as happy as a pig in mud. I know now from your site that I am better off shopping at walmart.com than it is to go to the store of disappointment ty ty ty
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
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I learned that Dollar General believes learning to read, receiving your GED or learning the English language is an investment that opens doorways for personal, professional and economic growth.
I learned about the literacy program and that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company
theres a locaation near me
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I learned that the closest center to me is 25 miles away. I wanted to volunteer but that’s too far! momlovesdeals at gmail dot com
dollar general has a ged program as well as a library
I learned the Dollar General founder was illiterate
I learned that I can help by volunteering.
I learned that more than 30 million adults struggle with just the basic literacy skills. Wow! Thank you for a chance to win.
I learned that there are many ways to gain literacy
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
Makes me see Dollar General in a different light that the founder was illiterate when he started the company yet it started it anyway…moving past his hurdles.
Sabrina Williams supports literacy programs.
I love that they support anyone trying to learn English or learn to read!
Very inspiring story!
I learned that you can find a program in your city.
I learned how to find literacy and GED programs in our area.
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I learned the store is trying to be socially active
I learned about their literacy programs
yea DG
I had no idea the founder was illiterate, amazing what he did
I learned that Dollar General believes learning to read, receiving your GED or learning the English language is an investment that opens doorways for personal, professional and economic growth.
I learned their site has a financial literacy tutorial.
i learned about their literacy program
Oh wow, this is interesting, I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learned that this program will also assist you in getting your GED if you need one! Great company!
You can find local literacy programs
I learned they have a commitment to literacy. That is awesome!
i learned about the literacy grant programs being offered
founder of Dollar General was illlerate when he started the company
I learned that they list place where you can take your ged.
I learned that there are links to places to volunteer to help teach literacy.
I had no idea that DG even had a program like this! And it is very surprising to know that their founder was illiterate.
I learned the founder was illiterate and really works hard to help others
I learned they have a illiterate program
I learned that there are links to places to volunteer to help teach literacy.
I learned that the founder was illiterate when he started the company who would have ever thought that
I learned you can get a grant to help people learn to read.
I learned the Dollar General co-founder J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
What a remarkable thing he achieved giving his circumstances.
they help you find Local Literacy Programs and help you get your GED too.
Dollar General seems genuinely interested in Literacy Programs. The co-founder was functionally illiterate when he helped start the company.
They offers tools for people struggling with literacy
offer grants to all types of people
very inspirational and a cool thing to do
I learned that: Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
It was launched in 2010.
i can do a search 4 programs in my area
They have coupons!
And also they can help you find help learning to read.
commitment to literacy
Great literacy program!
i learned that this existed, i didn’t know dollar general had a literacy program. that’s awesome!
I learned that your site has great reviews that i can trust.
i learned that they have a literacy program
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I learned JL Turner was the Co Founder!
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I still can’t believe that the founder was illiterate when it all began!
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i learned that they have some amazing literacy grant programs
I learned that there are great programs nearby for many different ages of people.
I learned about their literacy programs!
I learned that the founder was illiterate.
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I learned there is a literacy group in my area
I did not know they had a literacy foundation. I am happy to see that a large corporation is trying to help ensure that everyone can read!
I learned that Dollar General’s commitment to literacy is an integral part of the company’s culture, because Dollar General’s co-founder was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
I learned that they have free financial literacy tutorials.
I learned that famous GED Recipients include:
Peter Jennings, ABC News Anchor
Ben Night Horse Campbell, former U.S. Senator from Colorado
Bill Cosby, actor, comedian and television personality
Mary Lou Retton, medal-winning Olympic gymnast
Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy’s restaurant
Chris Rock, comedian
Gretchen Wilson, country music singer
I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner was functionally illiterate when he started the company
I learned Gretchen Wilson is the spokesperson for literacy
I learned that over $2 million in grants have been awarded to over 500 schools.
i learned that they accept people of all agea
i learned that the founder was illiterate and that they provide scholarships which is awesome
I learned that Dollar General is one of the few companies that really participates in the community – it is not just about money!
Dollar General’s commitment to literacy is an integral part of the company’s culture. In fact, Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
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I learned that they are committed to literacy!
I learned that more than 35.7 million adults ages 18-64 do not have a high school diploma
I think the fact that the founder was illiterate is a huge statement
Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.
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I learned that the founder of Dollar General was illiterate. Who would’ve known?!
I learned a lot about their literacy program which is awesome!
Dollar General Literacy Foundation Adult Literacy Grants award funding to nonprofit organizations that provide direct service to adults in need of literacy assistance.
Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was illiterate
I learned how to find local literacy programs
I just learned that the founder was illiterate!
I never realized the have an Everday Hero of the month.