(ST. LOUIS, MO) (June 4, 2026) – Save A Lot, one of the largest discount grocery chains in the U.S., is proud to announce the Round 1 winners of its Hometown Heroes program. Each winner received a $500 Save A Lot gift card in recognition of their outstanding service and impact in their communities.
The Hometown Heroes program is a nomination-based initiative that recognizes individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact in the neighborhoods they serve. These everyday heroes exemplify compassion, service, and dedication, going above and beyond to support those around them.
“At Save A Lot, we believe in shining a light on the people who strengthen our communities through acts of kindness and commitment,” said Sarah Griffin, Vice President of Communications. “Our Hometown Heroes inspire us daily, and we’re honored to celebrate their contributions with a small token of appreciation. Their stories remind us that good things are happening all around us.”
Photos of the latest honorees, along with the organizations they support, can be found below:
Ashlee Wethington (pictured left) is a volunteer firefighter who plans use her gift card to further support her community of Munfordville, KY.
Elizabeth Freeman of the Elmwood Blessing Box in Westland, MI will use her Save A Lot gift card to continue helping neighbors in her community.
Karri Dumas (pictured center), of Cadillac, MI, plans to use her Save A Lot gift card to support the Halloween House of Cadillac.
Jacqueline Bromley (pictured left) of Dade City, FL will use her gift card to help support the students at Pasco High School.
Michele Smith of Sullivan, IN (pictured center) plans to use her Save A Lot gift card to help support the Sullivan County Salvation Army.
Mehgan Hoover of the Community Household Pantry in Versailles, KY plans to use her Save A Lot gift card to help the pantry.
About Save A Lot
Founded in 1977, Save A Lot is the largest independently owned and operated discount grocery store chain in the U.S., with approximately 650 stores in 29 states. True to its mission of being a hometown grocer, Save A Lot strives to provide unmatched quality and value to local families. Customers enjoy savings compared to traditional grocery stores on great tasting, high quality private label brands, national brand products, USDA-inspected meat, farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, and other non-food items. For more information visit www.SaveALot.com and follow Save A Lot on Facebook (facebook.com/savealot), on X (@savealot), and Instagram (@SaveALotFoodStores), or for more information on becoming a Save A Lot independent retail operator, visit ownasavealot.com
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