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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.

Comments

  2. Emily Wells says

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

  21. Paol Trenny says

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

  23. Sacha Schroeder says

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

  28. Emi says

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

  29. Vickie Couturier says

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

  30. Ann Fantom says

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

  35. kathy d says

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

  37. sandra davis says

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

  38. Chevy Reid Roper says

    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!!

  47. Jenn says

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

  48. Terri Moore says

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

  49. Ann B. says

    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!

  51. Carmen says

    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.

  52. MaryR says

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

  56. Amy Z. says

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

  58. april says

    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.

  65. Laura B says

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

  68. Leah McWhorter says

    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.

  71. Amy D says

    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.

  72. Kate F. says

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

  76. Virginia Rowell says

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

  77. Jimmy says

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

  83. Debra Guillen says

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

  87. Audra Weathers says

    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.

  98. Debra S says

    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!

  104. Tara says

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

  111. tracey byram says

    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.

  120. Krystal M says

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

  123. Maria Kiguthi says

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

  124. Wendy Mastin says

    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.

  127. Melissa Hartley says

    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! 🙂

  128. Colleen Boudreau says

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

  130. beth shepherd says

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

  133. Wild Orchid says

    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

  134. Dawn Ganey says

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

  136. Roy F. says

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

  138. Sara mather says

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

  142. Tammy S says

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

  143. Helen May says

    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!

  153. Debra Gibbs says

    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

  154. Louis says

    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

  155. Jessica Fortner says

    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.

  156. Carrie says

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

  157. Kelly McGrew says

    theres a locaation near me

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

  158. Vanessa says

    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

  162. Jennifer Nixon says

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

  164. Debra Pauley says

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

  165. Paula V says

    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.

  175. Stephanie Phelps says

    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.

  178. Monica Young says

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

  179. Lisa Ann Smith says

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

  186. sam dock says

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

  190. Debra Hall says

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

  192. Wendi S says

    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.

  198. Annemarie Z. says

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

  205. Ciara B. says

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

  209. mary reynolds says

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

    Thanks for the sweeps

  215. Lesley M. says

    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!

  216. Robin O says

    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.

  218. kathy pease says

    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

  219. Susan Smith says

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

  223. brandi hawn says

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

  224. md kennedy says

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

  225. Lisa R says

    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

  229. Carolyn K says

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

  233. Courtnie says

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

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