Discount retailer offers customers holiday
savings and provides nearly $600,000 in donations to support
education and charitable holiday initiatives
Dollar General (NYSE: DG) is excited to announce its 2018
holiday promotions, which will offer savings at its more than
15,000 stores across 44 states. The Company expects to deliver
savings through both everyday low prices as well as special coupons
that provide the value and convenience customers have come to know
and trust from Dollar General.
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This holiday season, customers can round out their shopping
needs at a convenient, neighborhood Dollar General store and find
everything from on-trend home décor and favorite meals to a variety
of gift options to delight friends and family alike. In addition,
Dollar General plans to give back this season by furthering its
mission of Serving Others. The Company plans to donate
nearly $600,000 to support community schools, libraries, the Marine
Toys for Tots Foundation and St. Jude’s Thanks and Giving®
campaign.
“This holiday, we remain committed to providing our customers
with the affordable items they need to celebrate the season in a
convenient, neighborhood store,” said Jason Reiser, Dollar
General’s executive vice president and chief merchandising officer.
“At Dollar General, we are also focused on giving back this holiday
season, and we are excited to provide community organizations and
national partners with nearly $600,000 as part of our mission of
Serving Others.”
Veterans Day Discount
Dollar General will proudly recognize the military community on
Sunday, November 11, 2018, with an 11% discount on in-store and
online purchases for all veterans, active duty military, members of
the National Guard & Reserve and their immediate family
members. This discount will be available in all store locations or
online by using the promo code MILITARY11.
Serving Others
As part of nearly $600,000 in contributions this holiday season,
Dollar General will continue Serving Others by donating
$400,000 to support schools and libraries in local communities.
From November 16 through December 7, Dollar General will host
local toy drives to make the holidays brighter for families this
season in partnership with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
Also beginning on November 16, Dollar General will host an in-store
fundraiser to benefit the St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign
through December 16. Customers can donate in all Dollar General
store locations to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
To further support these initiatives, Dollar General plans to
donate $100,000 to the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and $75,000
to the St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign.
Digital Deals
Happening now, customers new to Dollar General’s Digital Coupon
platform can sign up to receive $1 off their first $1.01 or more
in-store purchase. Digital Coupons can deliver approximately $200
in savings throughout this holiday season, and customers can also
access weekly deals all year long. To join the Dollar General
Digital Coupons program, customers should visit
www.dollargeneral.com/coupons to sign up or click on “Digital
Coupons” in the DG mobile app for smartphones.
Seven Days of Holiday Savings
Dollar General will help shoppers prepare for the holidays by
kicking off Thanksgiving week with seven days of savings.
Pre-Thanksgiving Savings
For four days only, beginning Sunday, November 18, and
continuing through Wednesday, November 21, Dollar General will
offer special holiday deals on Thanksgiving meal essentials,
bakeware, batteries and electronics, movies, holiday home décor,
gift options and more. Special deals include buy-one, get-one
(BOGO) offers and other significant, limited-time discounts.
One Day Only! Thanksgiving Day Deals
The savings continue with special one-day-only deals on
Thanksgiving Day! On November 22, shoppers can save on LEGO® sets,
as well as BOGO-75% off on all toys. As Seen on TV items are also
BOGO free. Additionally, customers can save 50% on tree décor,
including holiday lights, trees, ornaments, tree skirts and tree
toppers.
Three More Days of Bargains
To round out the Thanksgiving holiday, Dollar General will offer
customers additional savings beginning Thursday, November 22
through Saturday, November 24. Shoppers can upgrade their kitchens
with savings on select small appliances, and take advantage of
great deals on pantry staples. Those looking to update their home
décor, can shop for select new framed artwork or scented candles,
both on sale for BOGO 50% off, while enjoying additional savings on
a wide variety of other decorative touches.
Holiday Product Exclusives
Dollar General is proud to offer customers holiday exclusives on
two well-loved brands. Beginning in mid-December, Dollar General
will offer customers a taste of the holidays with a brand new Java
Monster® Swiss Chocolate beverage. Available exclusively at Dollar
General through February 2019, this coffee+energy beverage captures
the taste of the season with a sweet coffee flavor while packing in
the energy customers crave.
Also available beginning in December, customers can try the new
Centrum Energy Multivitamin®, which includes vitamins and minerals
aimed at promoting overall wellness this winter. The Centrum Energy
Multivitamin® high potency formula provides customers with an
option to couple the whole-body health benefits of a multivitamin
with Super B Complex for energy support. Customers can purchase the
Centrum Energy Multivitamin® exclusively at Dollar General through
January 2019*.
(*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food & Drug
Administration. The product is not intended to diagnose, treat,
cure or prevent any disease.)
Create a Holiday Home All Season Long
Dollar General has everything shoppers need to prepare their
homes for the holidays. Customers can trim a tree with $1 ornaments
or purchase new holiday lights to brighten their homes. Christmas
trees are also available in multiple sizes, including an exclusive
snowman tree for only $30. Customers can also show off their
holiday spirits with affordable, on-trend gift wrapping paper, gift
bags, bows and ribbons that are sure to add a special touch to each
gift giving occasion.
Customers can create a cozy environment, from their front doors
to every room in their homes. From festive wreaths, to holiday
throws, ranging from $5 to $18, to signature scented candle options
from Dollar General’s exclusive trueliving® brand. After preparing
delicious holiday meals, shoppers also can create the perfect table
setting with table runners, place mats, dinnerware and beautiful
centerpieces.
Families who are getting ready to host a holiday gathering can
click here to find decorating inspiration for the holiday table,
home and tree with Dollar General’s Holiday Savings Guide.
Convenient Dollar General locations offer more than just home
décor and seasonal products. Shoppers can get in and out quickly
with essential items like milk, sugar, eggs, vanilla and baking
mixes. Stores also carry an additional assortment of fresh and
frozen food options to complement nearly every dish on the holiday
menu.
Shoppers can also prepare for a holiday get-together by stocking
up on cleaning items. Paper products and cleaning solutions are
must-haves when hosting a party, and customers can count on Dollar
General to provide the items they need to make their homes sparkle
for the holidays.
Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
This season, consider Dollar General as a holiday shopping
destination. With options for him, for her, for kids, for pets and
everyone on your shopping list, customers can feel great about
choosing the very best gifts at everyday low prices.
For Him
Take his gift up a notch with a subscription to DG Shave Crew™,
a subscription program for razors and cartridges. Choose a
cartridge count, set a schedule and receive free shipping along
with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Subscribe and save for a gift
that will keep on giving throughout the year.
Make his life easier with a power remote or a grilling apron he
can use in the warmer months, or keep it practical with a new air
compressor or car vacuum. Upgrade his winter wardrobe by gifting a
new jacket or winter vest. Essential items like socks, t-shirts and
bath products are always appreciated and make great stocking
stuffers.
For Her
This holiday, treat her to a new clutch or a pair of fashionable
shoes so she can stay stylish all winter long. If she prefers gifts
for her home, Dollar General offers a large assortment of candles,
picture frames and more to build the perfect gift basket she will
cherish. Dollar General is also offering new luxury bath sets this
holiday. With options like bath fizzers, bath salts and facial
masks, she can stay pampered beyond the holidays and into next
year.
For Kids
Starting now through December 24, 2018, shoppers will receive a
25% discount off all qualifying toy purchases of $75 or more, both
in-store and online. This offer cannot be combined with additional
toy promotions.
Children of all ages are sure to enjoy some of the season’s
hottest toys including LEGO®, which Dollar General is now offering
for the first time! Be the hero this season when gifting the
popular As Seen on TV item, Zoom Tubes Car Trax™. Dollar General
also offers a wide selection of other popular toys from My Little
Pony®, Spider-Man®, Barbie®, Frozen®, Monster High®, Disney®, Hot
Wheels®, Paw Patrol®, Doc McStuffins®, Trolls®, Fisher Price®, LOL
Surprise®, Mattel®, Hasbro®, Fingerlings®, Hatchimals®, Hopkins®,
Pikmi Pops®, Marvel®, Discovery Kids®, Nerf®, Play Doh®, JoJo Siwa®
and more. To see all of Dollar General’s new and exciting toy
offers, visit the Dollar General Toy Book online here.
For Pets
Whether welcoming a new pet or spoiling the family’s fur baby,
don’t forget to choose something special to celebrate your furry
friends! With pet beds in assorted sizes, popular pet foods,
treats, toys and even a pet treat launcher, Dollar General is a
destination to treat everyone this season!
Round out Your Shopping For Everyone Else
Whether buying gifts for teachers, service providers, friends or
other loved ones, consider going the DIY route and making
personalized gifts like handcrafted ornaments or inexpensive Mason
jars or holiday tins brimming with ready-made cookie mix. Create a
seasonally themed libation with a mug stuffed with their favorite
coffee or give a bottle of wine in an adorable holiday gift
bag.
For technophiles, Dollar General offers a variety of affordable
options including a Wi-Fi drone with a camera, a voice-enabled
speaker with Siri™ and Google Assistant™, Bluetooth™ speakers,
retro gaming consoles, classic mini arcade games, cellular phone
options, DVD players, electronic tablets and more.
Keep the whole family cozy in matching pajamas this holiday with
$5 plush sleep pants for men, women and kids. Capture this perfect
photo opportunity and create holiday memories!
If you can’t decide between all of these amazing gift ideas, why
not consider purchasing a gift card at Dollar General this holiday
season? Dollar General offers a variety of gift cards in a number
of denominations to fan-favorite stores or restaurants that can
surprise and delight even the pickiest gift recipient.
Store Hours of Operation
As part of Dollar General’s continual commitment to deliver the
convenient shopping experience customers have come to rely on
during the busy holiday season, the Company plans to offer extended
hours:
• Thanksgiving Day: All stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 10
p.m.• Black Friday: Normal operating hours• December 21-23:
Extended closing to 11 p.m.• Christmas Eve: All stores will close
at 10 p.m.• Christmas Day: All stores are closed• December 26:
Normal operating hours
Dollar General store operating hours may be found on the store
locator here.
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story, please visit the DG Newsroom, contact the Media Relations
Department at 1-877-944-DGPR (3477) or via email at
dgpr@dg.com.
About Dollar General
Corporation
Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers
for more than 75 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time.
Save money. Every day!® by offering products that are frequently
used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids,
cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at
everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Dollar
General operated 15,015 stores in 44 states as of August 3, 2018.
In addition to high-quality private brands, Dollar General sells
products from America's most-trusted manufacturers such as Clorox,
Energizer, Procter & Gamble, Hanes, Coca-Cola, Mars, Unilever,
Nestle, Kimberly-Clark, Kellogg's, General Mills, and PepsiCo.
Learn more about Dollar General at www.dollargeneral.com.
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