Dollar General Literacy Foundation Grants
Eligibility
Schools and nonprofits within 20 miles of a Dollar General store. SC has extensive Dollar General coverage.
Program Goals
Dollar General Literacy Foundation funds literacy programs across communities served by Dollar General. SC has one of the highest concentrations of Dollar General stores nationally.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Apply at dgliteracy.org during the annual window.
Cycle Notes
Annual cycle.
Grant Award Amount
Typically $1,000-$25,000.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- CHARGE Battery Pack for micro:bit — a compact rechargeable power solution that makes micro:bit projects fully portable
Frequently Asked Questions
Can SC schools apply?
Yes. Schools within 20 miles of a Dollar General are eligible. Most SC communities qualify.
What does Dollar General Literacy Foundation fund?
Literacy, GED, ESL, and workforce programs.
How do SC schools apply?
Apply at dgliteracy.org during the annual window.
How much does it award?
Typically $1,000-$25,000.
How can Forward Education help?
Our Learning Platform supports digital literacy goals.
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 — South Carolina 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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