Dollar General – 2026 Youth Literacy Grants
Charitable Grants Supporting K–12 Reading Success in Local Communities
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation will open applications for its 2026 Youth Literacy Grant Program on March 5, 2026. This program supports schools, public libraries, and nonprofit organizations working to help K–12 students who are below grade level or experiencing reading challenges build strong literacy skills.
Organization
Dollar General Literacy Foundation
Support Type
Charitable grants
Geographic Focus
Organizations located within 15 miles of a Dollar General store or distribution center
About the Funder
The Dollar General Literacy Foundation is dedicated to improving literacy outcomes for children, youth, and adults in the communities Dollar General serves. Through its Youth Literacy Grants, the Foundation invests in local, direct-service programs that help students develop foundational reading skills critical for academic success and long-term opportunity.
What This Program Supports
Youth Literacy Grants provide funding to help organizations strengthen or expand literacy programming for K–12 students, including support for:
- Implementing new or expanding existing literacy programs
- Purchasing new technology or equipment to support literacy initiatives
- Purchasing books, instructional materials, or software for literacy programs
Programs should focus on students who are:
- Below grade level in reading
- Experiencing difficulty learning to read
Eligible Applicants
Applicants must be one of the following:
- Schools
- Public libraries
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
All applicants must:
- Provide direct literacy services
- Be fiscally responsible
- Be located within 15 miles of a Dollar General store or distribution center
Timeline & Key Dates (2026)
📅 Application Opens: March 5, 2026
⏰ Application Deadline: April 2, 2026
Application / Request Process
Eligible organizations must apply through the Dollar General Literacy Foundation’s online grant portal. Applicants should be prepared to clearly describe:
- The literacy challenge being addressed
- The students served
- How grant funds will be used to improve reading outcomes
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://www.dgliteracy.org/grant-programs/?#summer-reading
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Serve K–12 students struggling with reading
- Deliver hands-on, local literacy programming
- Need funding for books, materials, or literacy-supporting technology
- Operate in communities near Dollar General locations
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
- Review Type: Annual / competitive
- Application Window: March 5 – April 2, 2026
- Best Suited For: Schools, libraries, and nonprofits advancing youth literacy through direct services
