The idea of starting a cooperatively owned grocery store in Bloomington-Normal began in December of 2011. Our first community meeting -- a standing room only event -- was held on March 27th, 2012, with over 100 people attending. In August of 2012, Green Top was incorporated in the state of Illinois and began selling ownership shares later that month. In September of 2012, Green Top was chosen above 31 other co-op start-ups to receive the highly competitive $10,000 Seed Grant from the Food Coop Initiative (FCI). This award demonstrated FCI's faith in our ability to launch a successful co-op. These funds enabled us to hire our first employee, an Outreach Manager. Additional grants, both local and from the cooperative community, funded the cost of our incorporation and our first feasibility study (completed Feb. 2013). This feasibility study confirmed that Bloomington-Normal exceeded the criteria for starting and sustaining a successful cooperative grocery. We reached the 500 owner mark early in June of 2014 which kicked off our search for a store site. After much research and location analysis, on May 13, 2015 we publicly announced that Green Top's new home would be at 921 E. Washington St., Bloomington. Today, with over 1,900 owners (and many more employees) we are a fully operational co-op grocery store! Please stop in any time to see how our dreams of servicing Bloomington/Normal with healthy, local food have come true.
Founded in St. Louis in 1939, Schnuck Markets, Inc. is a family-owned grocery retailer committed to nourishing people's lives. Schnucks operates 112 stores, serving customers in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin and employs 12,000 teammates.
Jewel-Osco
Visit your local Jewel-Osco pharmacy located near you at 2103 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, IL. You will find our knowledgeable and professional pharmacy staff ready to help transfer or fill your prescriptions and answer any of your pharmaceutical questions. Additionally, we have a variety of services from flu vaccinations, shingles shots, back-to-school vaccines and more! Schedule your shot today or walk-ins are welcome. Find Jewel-Osco pharmacy near you for safe drug disposal or get your pet prescriptions filled while you shop. Jewel-Osco accepts most forms of insurance. For more information, stop by or call (309) 664-1333 today!
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Shop at your Bloomington ALDI for everyday low prices on quality groceries and home goods. Whether you're looking for fresh meat & seafood, produce, pre-made deli items, baked goods or frozen treats, we have great options at affordable prices. Need inspiration for a culinary adventure? Check our website for flavorful recipes using ALDI ingredients. Grocery shopping isn't the only thing ALDI is good for, we have home goods and limited-time, must have items. Order online for curbside pickup or grocery delivery if you're low on time. Bring your quarter, we'll provide the cart, and we'll see you soon at 2121 Village Lane.
