Leon Levine, a philanthropist from North Carolina and the creator of Family Dollar shops passed away. He was born on June 8th, 1937, in Wadesboro, North Carolina, and at the age of 22, he established the first Family Dollar store in Charlotte.
In the end, Dollar Tree purchased the business in 2014. In a statement, Family Dollar/Dollar Tree sent their condolences and sympathy to Levine’s family.
Along with being a prosperous businessman, Levine was also very involved in the Charlotte community and made a significant contribution to philanthropy there.
His name is associated with a number of organizations, including the Levine Children’s Hospital, Levine Cancer Institute, and Levine Center for the Arts.
His charitable gifts have also benefited Atrium Health, and his legacy will continue to inspire and serve the community for many years to come.
Armando Chardiet, President of the Atrium Health Foundation, hailed Levine as embodying everything that was good in the world.
He also stated that the buildings and programs that Levine supported transformed the trajectory of treatment at Atrium Health and that his impact will be felt by their teammates and patients for the rest of their lives.
Leon Levine (Family Dollar) children
Who are Leon Levine’s children? Leon Levine has four children: Howard Russel Levine, Mindy Ellen Levine, Lori Ann Levine, and Amy Levine