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The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has been dedicated to supporting local, family-owned businesses since its inception in 1926. With a commitment to diversity and a zero-tolerance policy for discrimination, IGA emphasizes the importance of community and inclusivity in its operations. By prioritizing local products at their peak freshness, IGA not only provides customers with quality food options but also supports the farmers and producers within the community. This approach fosters a strong connection between shoppers and the local economy, ensuring that families have access to the best their community has to offer. Generated from the website

Belfast Co-op, established in 1976 and based in Belfast, Maine, is built on more than 6,000-square-feet of retail space, with storage facility, a receiving and loading area, and a parking lot in front. The co-operative also offers a cafe that seats up to 40 people. Its deli and meat department provides organic and natural free-range meat from local sources. The store contains more than 40-linear-feet of freezer space for organic frozen food. It also carries an extensive list of local, national and international beers, and wines. Belfast Co-op s health and beauty aids department stocks a wide selection of natural cosmetics, vitamins and homeopathic remedies. The cooperative also provides a forum for education and action concerning nutrition, the food distribution system, community organizing, and related issues.