Leon Levine launched the Family Dollar chain in 1959 and also built one of the South’s leading philanthropies. Now the foundation is embarking on a $2 billion effort to help communities in need, while the chain stands accused of harming those communities. By Greg Lacour.
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As the Family Dollar founder's philanthropy embarks on a $2 billion push to help communities in need, the company faces scrutiny for exploiting them.