Houchens Markets

HOTEL INC, established in 1981, extends love in the name of Christ by assisting Bowling Green’s unhoused, Delafield, and West End neighbors in achieving self-sufficiency goals. The organization offers a range of programs that focus on improving food, housing, and neighborhood well-being for individuals, families, and the Delafield community as a whole. Within its holistic approach, HOTEL INC provides one-on-one and group support, educational classes like Foundations and Getting Ahead, skills training through Navigation, and leadership opportunities such as the Delafield Neighborhood Group. The organization aims to help people gain stability in all aspects of their lives. In response to the community's need for affordable nutritious food, HOTEL INC launched the Delafield Co-Op Market in 2022, a non-profit micro-grocery store sourcing inventory from KY Proud farmers and producers. Within its first 2 years, the Market has attracted 450 members, generating $48,712 in gross revenue in 2023 and providing $12,209 in discounts to West End members. Generated from the website content

Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has been committed to supporting local, family-owned businesses since its inception in 1926, fostering a strong sense of community and diversity. The organization emphasizes the importance of local products and fresh food, ensuring customers have access to high-quality offerings while supporting local farmers and producers. With a focus on providing delicious and easy recipes, IGA aims to enhance the shopping experience for its customers, helping them to avoid food ruts and discover new meal solutions. Their dedication to community engagement extends beyond groceries, as they actively promote inclusivity and non-discrimination in all forms. Generated from the website

Founded as BG Wholesale, Houchens Industries is a 100-percent employee owned company. Its more than 420 grocery, convenience and other retail stores are located in 17 states in the South and in New York. The grocery stores operate under the Save-A-Lot, Houchens Markets, IGA, Foodland, Food Giant, Sureway, Market Place and Piggly Wiggly banners; and the convenience stores operate under the Jr. Food Stores and IGA Express banners. Houchens also owns real estate and recycling companies, insurance agencies, building and highway contractors, a tanning supply wholesaler, a store fixtures manufacturer, a cigarette maker, an investment company and an Internet development business. In 2006, Houchens Industries was listed by Forbes as the 140th-largest private company.