St. Louis-based Save A Lot has released the “A Lot of Good Report 2024,” a social impact overview detailing the company’s work to drive value for stakeholders.
The report offers a snapshot of key initiatives, programs and stories that highlight the 48-year-old company’s progress in creating a positive impact for employees, retail partners, customers and communities.
“From our founding in 1977, Save A Lot has been rooted in doing a lot of good – through empowering independent owners and operators, delivering real value to families and showing up for our neighbors when it matters most,” said CEO Fred Boehler.
“We’re proud to share this year’s report as a window into our journey – where responsible growth, trust and a deep respect for people fuel long-term, sustainable success.”
Highlights from the report include:
- Details of Save A Lot’s culture for supporting employees through hiring, engagement, training and total rewards;
- An overview of the retailer’s locally-owned and -operated business model, mission and values, and how partners and stores are engaging with communities. Through its “Bags for a Brighter Holiday” program, customers helped donate more than $350,000 worth of food to more than 480 charities. Hometown Heroes celebrated 16 community champions, and retail partners raised more than $1 million for local causes;
- Discussion of Save A Lot’s private brand strategy, as the company launched 62 new private label items, and resulting awards, including a PLMA Award;
- Highlights of new initiatives and projects rolled out in 2024 to better serve customers. The debut of Save A Lot Rewards resulted in more than 400,000 app downloads and $500,000 in savings for customers in three months. The company also expanded its e-commerce footprint and launched a tailored store format, Ahorra Mucho, to better serve Hispanic communities; and
- Data on the steps the company is taking to proactively manage energy, emissions and waste across its distribution network. The company achieved a 40 percent reduction in OSHA recordable incidents, donated more than 13,500 pounds of food to the St. Louis Area Foodbank and enhanced energy efficiency through modern fleet and refrigeration upgrades.
“Our commitment to community, quality and operational excellence is what sets Save A Lot apart,” Boehler said. “These values aren’t just part of our business model – they’re the reason we continue to be a trusted, vital presence in the neighborhoods we serve.”
Save A Lot’s full 2024 Social Impact report can be found here.
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