Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grants
Eligibility
Schools, public libraries, nonprofits, and government agencies within 20 miles of a Dollar General store are eligible. Indiana has hundreds of Dollar General locations, making most Indiana schools and libraries eligible. Adult Literacy, Family Literacy, and Summer Literacy grants are open in January. Youth Literacy grants open in spring. Organizations must serve communities where Dollar General operates.
Program Goals
Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants support literacy programs at schools, libraries, and nonprofits within 20 miles of a Dollar General store. With hundreds of Dollar General locations across Indiana, most Indiana schools and libraries are eligible. Adult Literacy and Family Literacy grants fund programs for adult learners and family literacy initiatives. Summer Literacy grants support summer reading and learning loss prevention. Youth Literacy grants fund classroom and after-school literacy programs for K-12 students.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Adult/Family/Summer Literacy grants open in January each year. Youth Literacy grants open in spring. Applications are submitted through the Dollar General Literacy Foundation online portal. Indiana applicants must confirm they are within 20 miles of a Dollar General store — use the Dollar General store locator to verify eligibility before applying.
Cycle Notes
Dollar General Literacy Foundation runs two grant cycles annually. Adult/Family/Summer Literacy: opens January. Youth Literacy: opens spring. Indiana schools and libraries within 20 miles of a Dollar General store are likely eligible. Monitor dgliteracy.org for exact 2027 opening dates.
Grant Award Amount
Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants range from $2,000 to $20,000 depending on the grant type and program scope. Adult and Family Literacy grants are typically in the $2,000-$5,000 range. Youth Literacy grants can reach up to $20,000 for qualifying programs.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- micro:bit Starter Kit — physical computing for Indiana Dollar General literacy-connected STEM programs
- MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI and digital literacy tools for Indiana school programs near Dollar General locations
- Coding for Good Kit — project-based CS curriculum for Indiana youth literacy and technology programs
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants in Indiana?
Indiana schools, public libraries, nonprofits, and government agencies within 20 miles of a Dollar General store are eligible. Use the store locator at dollargeneral.com to confirm eligibility.
How much funding is available through Dollar General Literacy Foundation grants?
Grants range from $2,000 to $20,000 depending on grant type. Youth Literacy grants can reach up to $20,000.
When does the Dollar General Literacy Foundation grant open?
Adult/Family/Summer Literacy grants open in January. Youth Literacy grants open in spring. Monitor dgliteracy.org for exact 2027 dates.
Can Dollar General Literacy Foundation funds be used for STEM and coding tools?
Yes, when connected to literacy or digital literacy learning goals. Technology tools that support reading, digital skills, or computational thinking for K-12 students are a strong fit.
How can Forward Education help with Dollar General Literacy Foundation applications?
Forward Education provides curriculum alignment documents and letters of support. Contact us before applying to align your program's literacy goals with our tools.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Indiana standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
- Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines
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