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January 25, 2013 By Melissa 240 Comments

Dollar General and P&G Honor Every Day Heroes in February- #Giveaway!

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 Portrait

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!

Win it: One winner will receive a P&G/Dollar General Prize Pack that includes a $10 Dollar General gift card, as well as samples of Dawn® dish soap, Gain® laundry detergent, TIDE® PODS, Downy® Unstoppables and Head and Shoulders® Endurance shampoo.

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This giveaway is run via rafflecopter so click read more to see the actual giveaway. The only mandatory entry is to tell me what you learned from the Dollar General’s commitment to literacy site in the comment section proceeding the post. I highly encourage you to check out this site and the wonderful literacy programs they are involved in.  While the other entries are optional, I highly suggest you fill them out to increase your chances of winning. US only. Good luck!

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*P&G and Dollar General provided the giveaway. I received the same prize pack. All my opinions are my own and not swayed by outside sources.
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Comments

  1. Nicole (Mama to 4 Blessings) says

    January 25, 2013 at 8:19 am

    Love Proctor & Gamble products – we use them daily. Sounds like a great program!

    Reply
  2. Emily Wells says

    January 25, 2013 at 8:25 am

    Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  3. Kristen says

    January 25, 2013 at 8:30 am

    What a great giveaway. I had no idea the founder was illiterate!

    Reply
  4. Jenn @therebelchick says

    January 25, 2013 at 8:50 am

    I still can’t believe that the founder was illiterate when it all began!

    Reply
  5. Denise Taylor-Dennis says

    January 25, 2013 at 9:30 am

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  6. Amber Edwards says

    January 25, 2013 at 9:56 am

    I love that they support anyone trying to learn English and to read. Those really are the key to success in America.

    Reply
  7. Lydia Harpe says

    January 25, 2013 at 9:56 am

    It’s time to live your dream!

    Reply
  8. Dee says

    January 25, 2013 at 10:24 am

    I had no idea!

    Reply
  9. JDaniel4's Mom says

    January 25, 2013 at 10:25 am

    I love their products.

    Reply
  10. Jennifer says

    January 25, 2013 at 10:48 am

    I’m a big P&G fan myself! i use all of their products!

    Reply
  11. Patricia H says

    January 25, 2013 at 11:03 am

    learned about their commitment to literacy

    Reply
  12. Kirsten says

    January 25, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    Sabrina’s story is inspirational!

    Reply
  13. Chavonne H says

    January 25, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    I learned that they help you find Local Literacy Programs and help you get your GED too.

    Reply
  14. candice says

    January 25, 2013 at 1:25 pm

    what an inspiration!

    Reply
  15. @jackiehennesse1 says

    January 25, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    Wow. This is so inspiring. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  16. Joanna {Baby Gators Den} says

    January 25, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    Learned about their literacy programs!

    Reply
  17. john says

    January 25, 2013 at 2:51 pm

    They are honoring someone who works to improve her community

    Reply
  18. Jessie C. says

    January 25, 2013 at 2:55 pm

    I learned about The Dollar General School Library Relief Program

    Reply
  19. Debbie Lewis says

    January 25, 2013 at 3:03 pm

    I learned they offer grants to all types of people

    Reply
  20. Liza @ Views From the 'Ville says

    January 25, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    More than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills.

    Reply
  21. Paol Trenny says

    January 25, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    I learned that they have literacy program grant information on the site —– Pauline aka Paol Trenny ….. emscout9 at Hotmail dot com

    Reply
  22. Melanie says

    January 25, 2013 at 3:30 pm

    There are three programs in my city!

    Reply
  23. Sacha Schroeder says

    January 25, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    I learned that Dollar General supports literacy and you can find local programs on this site! AWESOME!

    Reply
  24. Christine says

    January 25, 2013 at 4:06 pm

    spokeman for literacy!! big deal!

    Reply
  25. jenny green says

    January 25, 2013 at 4:40 pm

    I learned that dollar general has a literacy program

    Reply
  26. Dawn K says

    January 25, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    They are really concerned about literacy and have some grant programs for doing that.

    Reply
  27. Ken Ohl says

    January 25, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    I like the literacy program.

    Reply
  28. Emi says

    January 25, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    I learned that Family Dollar offers literary grants to public library programs and non profits that focus on PreK and older.

    Reply
  29. Vickie Couturier says

    January 25, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    I learned:Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company

    Reply
  30. Ann Fantom says

    January 25, 2013 at 7:39 pm

    I learned that I can volunteer for Dollar General’s Literacy Foundation’s at Wappingers Central School District/Continuing Ed department.

    Reply
  31. kelly nicholson says

    January 25, 2013 at 7:41 pm

    Tell me what you learned from this site

    I LEARNED DOLLAR GENERAL CARES

    Reply
  32. kelly nicholson says

    January 25, 2013 at 7:47 pm

    non giveaway post

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    Reply
  33. Cynthia R says

    January 25, 2013 at 7:59 pm

    i learned this site has a way to search for local literacy groups

    Reply
  34. Alyssa V says

    January 25, 2013 at 10:37 pm

    I learned that the founder was illiterate when he started the company

    Reply
  35. kathy d says

    January 25, 2013 at 10:39 pm

    Dollar General Literacy Foundation Awards more than $2 Million in Grants to 564 Schools and Organizations Nationwide

    Reply
  36. Kathy S says

    January 25, 2013 at 10:57 pm

    The founder of Dollar General was illlerate when he started the company.

    Reply
  37. sandra davis says

    January 26, 2013 at 12:11 am

    dollar general believes that learning to read, getting your ged or learning the english language is an investment that opens dooways for people

    Reply
  38. Chevy Reid Roper says

    January 26, 2013 at 1:40 am

    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!!

    Reply
  39. nikki krutz says

    January 26, 2013 at 1:52 am

    J. L. Turner was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  40. cathy henatyszen says

    January 26, 2013 at 3:22 am

    I learnt that they have literacy grant programs

    http://www2.dollargeneral.com/dgliteracy/Pages/grant_programs.aspx

    Reply
  41. debbie jackson says

    January 26, 2013 at 9:52 am

    they have a great literacy program debbie jackson
    djackson1958 at hotmail dot com

    Reply
  42. Heather Poindexter says

    January 26, 2013 at 11:00 am

    The co founder of dg was functionally illerate when he started the company.

    Reply
  43. Susan C says

    January 26, 2013 at 11:10 am

    There are 16 resources in my city and volunteer opportunities

    Reply
  44. Carly says

    January 26, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    I didn’t know that they supported literacy programs.

    Reply
  45. amyc says

    January 26, 2013 at 4:00 pm

    Their commitment for literacy.

    Reply
  46. Linda W. says

    January 26, 2013 at 4:57 pm

    I am impressed that the owner of the business was actually illiterate himself!

    Reply
  47. Jenn says

    January 26, 2013 at 7:40 pm

    I had no idea Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company!

    Reply
  48. Terri Moore says

    January 27, 2013 at 2:01 am

    I learned the P & G gets involves in important programs and honors people like Sabrina who are working hard to help her community.

    Reply
  49. Ann B. says

    January 27, 2013 at 7:51 am

    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!

    Reply
  50. Brooke M Adametz says

    January 27, 2013 at 9:26 am

    The also offer financial literacy tools.

    Reply
  51. Carmen says

    January 27, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    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.

    Reply
  52. MaryR says

    January 27, 2013 at 2:56 pm

    I learned that Dollar General believes that getting your GED, learning English or learning to read opens doorways for personal, professional and economic growth.

    Reply
  53. kelly says

    January 27, 2013 at 3:25 pm

    I learned that the founder of dollar general was illiterate.

    Reply
  54. JenniferB says

    January 27, 2013 at 4:19 pm

    site that has list of local literacy programs online

    Reply
  55. Jennifer L says

    January 27, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    I learned that the founder was illiterate.

    Reply
  56. Amy Z. says

    January 27, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  57. Carmen S. says

    January 27, 2013 at 8:13 pm

    I learned that they have literacy grant programs! What a great program 🙂

    Reply
  58. april says

    January 27, 2013 at 9:27 pm

    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.

    Reply
  59. Heather S says

    January 27, 2013 at 9:31 pm

    They have a School Library Relief Program

    Reply
  60. Melissa S says

    January 27, 2013 at 11:49 pm

    I learned the Dollar General has community literacy programs that you can volunteer for.

    Reply
  61. Jessamine Marie Ricafort Dungo says

    January 28, 2013 at 3:39 pm

    There is a free financial literacy tutorial 🙂

    Reply
  62. Cynthia C says

    January 28, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    I learned that they help fund local literacy programs.

    Reply
  63. Ashley says

    January 29, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    They provide free financial literacy info.

    Reply
  64. Darby says

    January 29, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    I never knew anything about this chairty before, thanks!

    Reply
  65. Laura B says

    January 29, 2013 at 1:35 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  66. Stephanie from CT says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    i found therre is a literacy program, and way s to volunteer,

    Reply
  67. Jennifer Roberts says

    January 29, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    I didn’t know Dollar General had a literacy program… Very cool!!

    Reply
  68. Leah McWhorter says

    January 29, 2013 at 11:51 pm

    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.

    Reply
  69. Sarah S says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:07 am

    More than 30 million adults are illiterate.

    Reply
  70. Rickie Hinrichs says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:27 am

    inspirational

    Reply
  71. Amy D says

    January 30, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    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.

    Reply
  72. Kate F. says

    January 30, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  73. Erin R. says

    January 30, 2013 at 5:36 pm

    I learned that Dollar General has a literacy program & they offer support in many ways

    Reply
  74. Kiara says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:36 pm

    I learned that dollar general has a literacy program.

    Reply
  75. Patty S. says

    January 30, 2013 at 6:45 pm

    They support literacy

    Reply
  76. Virginia Rowell says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  77. Jimmy says

    January 30, 2013 at 7:28 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the compa

    Reply
  78. Linda G. says

    January 30, 2013 at 10:16 pm

    I learned about their literary program

    Reply
  79. LOIS PAYTON says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:45 am

    I learned about their literary program, GOD BLESS YA’LL

    Reply
  80. Emily R. says

    January 31, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    I learned about volunteer opportunities.

    Reply
  81. stacy says

    January 31, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    What a great program. Literacy is so important.

    Reply
  82. Angela Qcrazy says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    I learned that you can find local places to help with literacy programs.

    Reply
  83. Debra Guillen says

    January 31, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    Dollar General Literacy Foundation Adult Literacy Grants award funding to nonprofit organizations that provide direct service to adults in need of literacy assistance.

    Reply
  84. PAIGE CHANDLER says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:05 pm

    I learned how to find local literacy programs

    Reply
  85. Les Johnson says

    January 31, 2013 at 3:15 pm

    I learned that Dollar General has a School Library Relief Program.

    Reply
  86. carol says

    January 31, 2013 at 11:29 pm

    Gotta love reading programs!

    Reply
  87. Audra Weathers says

    February 1, 2013 at 11:46 am

    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.

    Reply
  88. elven johnson says

    February 1, 2013 at 12:11 pm

    They help so many to read better to better they’re lives.

    Reply
  89. edq143 says

    February 1, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    there are several literacy grant programs

    Reply
  90. adrienne warren says

    February 1, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    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.

    Reply
  91. Kristy Thiel says

    February 1, 2013 at 4:14 pm

    I learned they have a local literacy program as well.

    Reply
  92. Racquel S says

    February 1, 2013 at 5:25 pm

    How P&G wants to invest and support communities!

    Reply
  93. casey everidge says

    February 2, 2013 at 1:56 am

    i didnt know the founder was illiterate! thats interesting!

    Reply
  94. R. Andrews says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:46 am

    Hopefully I learned how to use a “rafflecopter” lol

    Reply
  95. Angela Ritch says

    February 2, 2013 at 10:18 am

    That they are honoring different individuals that are making a difference in their area.

    Reply
  96. Ella Brooks says

    February 2, 2013 at 10:31 am

    I Learned about their literacy programs

    Reply
  97. Van O. says

    February 2, 2013 at 10:52 am

    Anything can be done, you’ve just gotta have the WANT-TO.

    Reply
  98. Debra S says

    February 2, 2013 at 11:36 am

    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!

    Reply
  99. julie murphy says

    February 2, 2013 at 12:03 pm

    That the founder was illiterate

    Reply
  100. Denise Taylor-Dennis says

    February 2, 2013 at 12:07 pm

    I commented on https://www.the-mommyhood-chronicles.com/2013/01/some-good-ole-tamale-pie/#comment-263062

    Reply
  101. Debbie/Africa's Blog says

    February 2, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    founder was illiterate

    Reply
  102. kim burnett says

    February 2, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    learned about their commitment to literacy

    Reply
  103. Diane Daigle says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:31 pm

    I learned of their literacy committment

    Reply
  104. Tara says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:32 pm

    More than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills.

    Reply
  105. sandra says

    February 2, 2013 at 2:52 pm

    they offer a free financial literacy tutorial

    Reply
  106. IRENE CYPHER says

    February 2, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    I learned that Dollar General has an every day hero program.

    Reply
  107. Heidi K. says

    February 2, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    I learned that Dollar General has literarcy grant programs.

    Reply
  108. Julie B. says

    February 3, 2013 at 12:02 am

    I learned that their commitment to literacy is strong

    Reply
  109. Eric Sanders says

    February 3, 2013 at 12:40 am

    I Learned All Types of people are Eligible for Grants

    Reply
  110. Stephanie L. says

    February 3, 2013 at 3:05 am

    I learned there’s a program near me.

    Reply
  111. tracey byram says

    February 3, 2013 at 8:52 am

    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.

    Reply
  112. Mary Casper says

    February 3, 2013 at 9:01 am

    i thought dollar general was just a big corporation but i learned they have a heart

    Reply
  113. Danny Rubio says

    February 3, 2013 at 9:08 am

    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

    motoxmanager@hotmail.com

    Reply
  114. Brande says

    February 3, 2013 at 1:45 pm

    How and where to volunteer

    Reply
  115. JRFrugalMom says

    February 3, 2013 at 3:38 pm

    I learned that Gretchen Wilson is their spokesperson for literacy.

    Reply
  116. jessica edwards says

    February 3, 2013 at 3:38 pm

    love their products

    Reply
  117. Selinda says

    February 3, 2013 at 4:21 pm

    I learned that they are helping with GEDs!

    Reply
  118. Janna Johnson says

    February 3, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    30 mil adults are not able to read
    Thanks for the giveaway! Janna Johnson jannajanna@hotmail.com Janna@feedyourpig on gfc

    Reply
  119. FRANK S says

    February 3, 2013 at 9:26 pm

    I learned that dollar general has a literacy program.

    Reply
  120. Krystal M says

    February 3, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    I learned that they can show you places where you can learn where to volunteer to help with literacy programs!

    Reply
  121. ELIZABETH C. says

    February 3, 2013 at 10:59 pm

    I was surprised that the co founder was illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  122. Robyn Galloway says

    February 3, 2013 at 11:49 pm

    That through the website you can find places where you can volunteer to help!

    Reply
  123. Maria Kiguthi says

    February 4, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    I learn Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  124. Wendy Mastin says

    February 4, 2013 at 7:23 pm

    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.

    Reply
  125. katie bellamy says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:05 am

    Co-Founder was illiterate when he started the Company!

    Reply
  126. emily l says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:01 am

    I learned that one of the co founders was illiterate!

    misusedinnocence@aol.com

    Reply
  127. Melissa Hartley says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    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! 🙂

    Reply
  128. Colleen Boudreau says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:58 pm

    I learned that more than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills.

    Reply
  129. Sarah says

    February 5, 2013 at 3:01 pm

    I learned how many grants they give out, very diverse and all to the good cause of literacy!

    Reply
  130. beth shepherd says

    February 5, 2013 at 8:13 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder was functionally illiterate when he started the company

    Reply
  131. Mark R. says

    February 6, 2013 at 2:03 am

    I learned about Dollar General’s quest to provide education

    Reply
  132. JEFF TAYLOR says

    February 6, 2013 at 2:58 am

    The founder of Dollar General was functionally illiterate when he started the company!

    Reply
  133. Wild Orchid says

    February 6, 2013 at 12:56 pm

    I learned that I can search for literacy programs in my area.

    Entered the rafflecopter form as “Wild Orchid”
    Thanks for the chance to win!

    wildorchid985 @ gmail dot com

    Reply
  134. Dawn Ganey says

    February 7, 2013 at 3:25 am

    You, Sabrina Williams won the February 2013 Every Day Hero. You will be in a television show on TNT called “Dramatic Differences.”

    Reply
  135. Kelley Lambert says

    February 8, 2013 at 2:21 am

    That they fund literacy programs for all ages.

    Reply
  136. Roy F. says

    February 8, 2013 at 5:19 am

    I learned that more than 30 million adults in the United States struggle with basic literacy skills

    Reply
  137. sarah cool says

    February 8, 2013 at 3:04 pm

    They are honoring someone who works to improve her community

    Reply
  138. Sara mather says

    February 8, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    More than 30 million adults and millions of children across the United States struggle with basic literacy skills

    Reply
  139. Donna Cheatle says

    February 8, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    I learned that they support literacy programs in 40 states

    Reply
  140. Kimberly Schotz says

    February 8, 2013 at 8:49 pm

    They are committed to literacy.

    Reply
  141. Robyn R says

    February 8, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    I learned that there are places in my neighborhood where I could go volunteer. Great program!

    Reply
  142. Tammy S says

    February 8, 2013 at 10:47 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company. WOW!

    Reply
  143. Helen May says

    February 8, 2013 at 10:49 pm

    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!

    Reply
  144. Jan Messali says

    February 8, 2013 at 11:57 pm

    I learned Dollar General offers summer reading grants.

    Reply
  145. MaryAnn C. says

    February 9, 2013 at 12:12 pm

    The founder was illiterate

    Reply
  146. Aimee C says

    February 9, 2013 at 3:42 pm

    That the founder was illiterate. Wow!

    Reply
  147. Kelli says

    February 9, 2013 at 7:13 pm

    I learned they have a great online directory to find local literacy programs.

    Reply
  148. Megan Parsons says

    February 9, 2013 at 9:57 pm

    I learned that the founder of DG was illiterate! Who would have known?

    Reply
  149. steve weber says

    February 9, 2013 at 10:05 pm

    The huge commitment to literacy.

    Reply
  150. Rajani Patil says

    February 9, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    Real Heroes are those who contribute to the betterment of the community

    Reply
  151. Kathy Lane says

    February 10, 2013 at 1:11 am

    I learned that the founder was illiterate

    Reply
  152. my3kidsmom says

    February 10, 2013 at 2:55 am

    About all the grants they offer. Such an inspiration.

    Reply
  153. Debra Gibbs says

    February 10, 2013 at 4:33 am

    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

    Reply
  154. Louis says

    February 10, 2013 at 5:59 am

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Thank you for hosting this giveaway

    Louis
    pumuckler {at} gmail {dot} com

    Reply
  155. Jessica Fortner says

    February 10, 2013 at 11:35 am

    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.

    Reply
  156. Carrie says

    February 10, 2013 at 11:53 am

    I learned about the literacy program and that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company

    Reply
  157. Kelly McGrew says

    February 10, 2013 at 2:27 pm

    theres a locaation near me

    Allegheny Intermediate Unit 3 (AIU3)
    475 E Waterfront Dr
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15120
    412-394-5712

    Reply
  158. Vanessa says

    February 10, 2013 at 3:50 pm

    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

    Reply
  159. jeanette sheets says

    February 10, 2013 at 5:31 pm

    dollar general has a ged program as well as a library

    Reply
  160. Katie AB says

    February 10, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    I learned the Dollar General founder was illiterate

    Reply
  161. Jennifer says

    February 10, 2013 at 7:59 pm

    I learned that I can help by volunteering.

    Reply
  162. Jennifer Nixon says

    February 10, 2013 at 11:48 pm

    I learned that more than 30 million adults struggle with just the basic literacy skills. Wow! Thank you for a chance to win. 😀

    Reply
  163. Helga says

    February 11, 2013 at 10:23 am

    I learned that there are many ways to gain literacy

    Reply
  164. Debra Pauley says

    February 11, 2013 at 7:19 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  165. Paula V says

    February 12, 2013 at 10:24 am

    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.

    Reply
  166. Melissa Cadle says

    February 12, 2013 at 10:54 am

    Sabrina Williams supports literacy programs.

    Reply
  167. Katherine H says

    February 12, 2013 at 1:16 pm

    I love that they support anyone trying to learn English or learn to read!

    Reply
  168. shirley says

    February 12, 2013 at 6:09 pm

    Very inspiring story!

    Reply
  169. Amanda Kinder says

    February 13, 2013 at 12:46 am

    I learned that you can find a program in your city.

    Reply
  170. Jill Myrick says

    February 13, 2013 at 1:26 pm

    I learned how to find literacy and GED programs in our area.

    jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

    Reply
  171. Linda Lansford says

    February 13, 2013 at 1:53 pm

    I learned the store is trying to be socially active

    Reply
  172. Sara Zielinski says

    February 13, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    I learned about their literacy programs

    Reply
  173. glenn says

    February 13, 2013 at 2:53 pm

    yea DG

    Reply
  174. melissa Resnick says

    February 13, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    I had no idea the founder was illiterate, amazing what he did

    Reply
  175. Stephanie Phelps says

    February 13, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    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.

    Reply
  176. Nancy says

    February 13, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    I learned their site has a financial literacy tutorial.

    Reply
  177. sarah keel says

    February 13, 2013 at 9:25 pm

    i learned about their literacy program

    Reply
  178. Monica Young says

    February 13, 2013 at 9:29 pm

    Oh wow, this is interesting, I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  179. Lisa Ann Smith says

    February 13, 2013 at 10:14 pm

    I learned that this program will also assist you in getting your GED if you need one! Great company!

    Reply
  180. Karen Farrow says

    February 13, 2013 at 10:18 pm

    You can find local literacy programs

    Reply
  181. april j. says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:23 am

    I learned they have a commitment to literacy. That is awesome!

    Reply
  182. Jason Timbreza says

    February 14, 2013 at 3:47 am

    i learned about the literacy grant programs being offered

    Reply
  183. Brittney House says

    February 14, 2013 at 4:07 am

    founder of Dollar General was illlerate when he started the company

    Reply
  184. Angela cisco says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:58 am

    I learned that they list place where you can take your ged.

    Reply
  185. s riches says

    February 14, 2013 at 11:22 am

    I learned that there are links to places to volunteer to help teach literacy.

    Reply
  186. sam dock says

    February 14, 2013 at 11:26 am

    I had no idea that DG even had a program like this! And it is very surprising to know that their founder was illiterate.

    Reply
  187. tina reynolds says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    I learned the founder was illiterate and really works hard to help others

    Reply
  188. Denise says

    February 14, 2013 at 12:11 pm

    I learned they have a illiterate program

    Reply
  189. Claire says

    February 14, 2013 at 1:12 pm

    I learned that there are links to places to volunteer to help teach literacy.

    Reply
  190. Debra Hall says

    February 14, 2013 at 2:38 pm

    I learned that the founder was illiterate when he started the company who would have ever thought that

    Reply
  191. kathy f says

    February 14, 2013 at 3:37 pm

    I learned you can get a grant to help people learn to read.

    Reply
  192. Wendi S says

    February 14, 2013 at 5:45 pm

    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.

    Reply
  193. Kobi Hensley says

    February 14, 2013 at 6:55 pm

    they help you find Local Literacy Programs and help you get your GED too.

    Reply
  194. Kimberly Hilbert says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:34 pm

    Dollar General seems genuinely interested in Literacy Programs. The co-founder was functionally illiterate when he helped start the company.

    Reply
  195. Melanie Montgomery says

    February 14, 2013 at 7:56 pm

    They offers tools for people struggling with literacy

    Reply
  196. richelle bowers says

    February 14, 2013 at 8:12 pm

    offer grants to all types of people

    Reply
  197. LeRoy Coffie says

    February 14, 2013 at 8:49 pm

    very inspirational and a cool thing to do

    Reply
  198. Annemarie Z. says

    February 14, 2013 at 9:58 pm

    I learned that: Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  199. Kayla says

    February 14, 2013 at 11:12 pm

    It was launched in 2010.

    Reply
  200. marie says

    February 15, 2013 at 12:45 am

    i can do a search 4 programs in my area

    Reply
  201. Gianna says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:31 am

    They have coupons!

    Reply
  202. Gianna says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:32 am

    And also they can help you find help learning to read.

    Reply
  203. James Beck says

    February 15, 2013 at 2:20 am

    commitment to literacy

    Reply
  204. Allison says

    February 15, 2013 at 9:17 am

    Great literacy program!

    Reply
  205. Ciara B. says

    February 15, 2013 at 9:21 am

    i learned that this existed, i didn’t know dollar general had a literacy program. that’s awesome!

    Reply
  206. Derrick says

    February 15, 2013 at 9:40 am

    I learned that your site has great reviews that i can trust.

    Reply
  207. mary gardner says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:21 am

    i learned that they have a literacy program

    jagar0047 at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  208. Paula Tavernie says

    February 15, 2013 at 11:55 am

    I learned JL Turner was the Co Founder!
    ptavernie at yahoo dot com

    Reply
  209. mary reynolds says

    February 15, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    I still can’t believe that the founder was illiterate when it all began!

    Thanks for the sweeps

    Reply
  210. susan smoaks says

    February 15, 2013 at 12:33 pm

    i learned that they have some amazing literacy grant programs

    Reply
  211. Aimee Fontenot says

    February 15, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    I learned that there are great programs nearby for many different ages of people.

    Reply
  212. Derek Timm says

    February 15, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    I learned about their literacy programs!

    Reply
  213. kelley c says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:27 pm

    I learned that the founder was illiterate.

    kelleyc76(at)live(dot)com

    Reply
  214. Sara Wood says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    I learned there is a literacy group in my area

    Reply
  215. Lesley M. says

    February 15, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    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!

    Reply
  216. Robin O says

    February 15, 2013 at 3:28 pm

    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.

    Reply
  217. Bee C. says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:09 pm

    I learned that they have free financial literacy tutorials.

    Reply
  218. kathy pease says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:40 pm

    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

    Reply
  219. Susan Smith says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:43 pm

    I learned that Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner was functionally illiterate when he started the company

    Reply
  220. Stacey V says

    February 15, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    I learned Gretchen Wilson is the spokesperson for literacy

    Reply
  221. Carolyn Daley says

    February 15, 2013 at 5:08 pm

    I learned that over $2 million in grants have been awarded to over 500 schools.

    Reply
  222. laurie says

    February 15, 2013 at 5:33 pm

    i learned that they accept people of all agea

    Reply
  223. brandi hawn says

    February 15, 2013 at 5:48 pm

    i learned that the founder was illiterate and that they provide scholarships which is awesome 🙂

    Reply
  224. md kennedy says

    February 15, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    I learned that Dollar General is one of the few companies that really participates in the community – it is not just about money!

    Reply
  225. Lisa R says

    February 15, 2013 at 6:02 pm

    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.

    sibabe64 at ptd dot net

    Reply
  226. natalie nichols says

    February 15, 2013 at 6:07 pm

    I learned that they are committed to literacy!

    Reply
  227. lisa lo says

    February 15, 2013 at 7:40 pm

    I learned that more than 35.7 million adults ages 18-64 do not have a high school diploma

    Reply
  228. Lora Nunn says

    February 15, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    I think the fact that the founder was illiterate is a huge statement

    Reply
  229. Carolyn K says

    February 15, 2013 at 8:04 pm

    Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was functionally illiterate when he started the company.

    Reply
  230. kelly nicholson says

    February 15, 2013 at 8:31 pm

    NON giveaway comment

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  231. Samantha says

    February 15, 2013 at 8:53 pm

    I learned that the founder of Dollar General was illiterate. Who would’ve known?!

    Reply
  232. Aimee C says

    February 15, 2013 at 9:03 pm

    I learned a lot about their literacy program which is awesome!

    Reply
  233. Courtnie says

    February 15, 2013 at 9:53 pm

    Dollar General Literacy Foundation Adult Literacy Grants award funding to nonprofit organizations that provide direct service to adults in need of literacy assistance.

    Reply
  234. liz l says

    February 15, 2013 at 10:18 pm

    Dollar General’s co-founder, J. L. Turner, was illiterate

    Reply
  235. julie hawkins says

    February 15, 2013 at 11:36 pm

    I learned how to find local literacy programs

    Reply
  236. Melinda says

    February 15, 2013 at 11:41 pm

    I just learned that the founder was illiterate!

    Reply
  237. Annette Rosenberg says

    February 15, 2013 at 11:42 pm

    I never realized the have an Everday Hero of the month.

    Reply

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