Founded in 1939, Dollar General Corporation is one of the largest discount retailers in the United States. The company maintains more than 8,000 stores in over 30 U.S. states. Its stores offer hardware, apparel, cleaning supplies, and food and electronic items. Dollar General Corporation provides nearly 5,000 products from several manufacturers, including General Mills, Kellogg NA Company, and Procter & Gamble. Its stores also offer toys, trash bags, books, and pet, laundry, beauty and health care products. The company maintains more than five distribution centers. In addition, Dollar General Corporation s private labels include the Clover Valley, EverPet, DG Value and DG Everyday. It has annual revenues of over $9 billion and employs a staff of approximately 71,000 individuals. The company supports several community-based activities through its literacy programs and grants.