Serving Independent Grocers Since 1940
Our Purpose
In 1940 the grocery industry was a rough place for independent retailers. Strong competition from national chains, increased prices from wholesalers and low margins left many families and independently-owned businesses with boarded windows. Determined to succeed against the competition, 34 independent retailers and Donald P. Lloyd, the then president of the Utah Grocers Association, joined together to combine their buying power and open a warehouse, leading to the birth of AFS.
OUr HISTORY
The Story of AFS
Since 1940 we have grown from 34 retailers in Utah to nearly 450 independent grocers across Utah, Idaho, Colorado, Wyoming, Montana, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Oregon.
Recent News
Sam Patch Celebrates Grand Opening in Wellsville
Sam Patch Grocers & Sundries celebrated its grand opening last week in Wellsville, drawing a large crowd and enthusiastic response from the community. The 23,000-square-foot store, located at 825 E….
Kent’s Market, AFS and Partners Donate More Than $74K to Shriners
Kent’s Market, together with Swire Coca-Cola, Associated Food Stores and other community partners, donated more than $74,000 to Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City during a check presentation Tuesday afternoon. The donation was presented…
AFS and Macey’s Help Thousands Through Thanksgiving Heroes
AFS and Macey’s once again partnered with Thanksgiving Heroes Salt Lake City to support their mission of ensuring no empty tables on Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving Heroes is dedicated to helping those…
Bella’s Market Opens as Utah City’s First Major Amenity
Record Attendance from Community Celebrating Utah City’s First Grocery Store VINEYARD, Utah (November 17, 2025) — The Utah City community turned out in full force for the highly anticipated grand…
