I've used the STLED316S LED driver in several projects with good results. It's inexpensive and can drive up to 6 common anode digits plus 8 additional discrete LEDs with brightness control. It can also read from up to 16 tactile switches. I'm currently developing an alarm clock shield using this chip - I hope to post details soon. I've written a library for the chip I plan to share. It's only available in an SMT package but you could always put one on a breakout board if that's a problem.