DGLF Youth Literacy Grants

The DGLF Youth Literacy Grants, established by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation, aim to enhance literacy among underperforming students in K-12. Organizations such as schools and libraries can apply for funding to implement or expand literacy programs, purchase necessary materials, and acquire technology. With over $159 million awarded to date, the foundation supports efforts that provide equitable education opportunities, ensuring every child has the chance to learn and succeed, regardless of their background.

A literacy legacy
J.L. Turner was functionally illiterate with only a third-grade education. His father died in an accident, and J.L. quit school so he could work on the family farm and help provide for his family. With hard work and determination, J.L. Turner went on to co-found Dollar General.
In 1993, the Dollar General Literacy Foundation was established in his honor. Like J.L., so many others desire to better their lives and the lives of their families and it’s in this spirit that the foundation has flourished.
How we help
Our grant programs are available to qualifying organizations in the 44 states where Dollar General stores are located.
We’ve awarded more than $159 million in grants to literacy organizations that have helped more than 10 million individuals learn to read, prepare for the high school equivalency, or learn English. It’s never too late to learn
Schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations that help students who are below grade level or having trouble reading are eligible to apply. Grant funding is provided to assist in the following areas:
Implementing new or expanding existing literacy programsPurchasing new technology or equipment to support literacy initiativesPurchasing books, materials or software for literacy programs

Eligibility

Your organization must be one of the following:A qualified 501(c)(3) organization with a valid IRS tax IDA K-12 Private or Public SchoolA College or UniversityA Public LibraryYour organization provide direct service and reside within a state in which Dollar General operates. Your organization must be located within 20 miles of a Dollar General store.Your organization must provide literacy programs that target K-12th grade students who are:below grade level readers;readers with learning disabilities;English Language Learners; orstudents with Individualized Education Plans (IEP)Organizations seeking financial support from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation must willing and able to certify that their charitable and/or educational programs and services are offered and provided to the intended beneficiaries without discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or other local laws. This provision is not intended to deny support or funding for organizations that offer programs and services to a specifically defined population or group of people.