Save A Lot is an American discount supermarket chain founded in 1977 by Bill Moran in Cahokia, Illinois. Operating as a franchise model, Save A Lot stores are known for offering discount grocery items and private label products at prices typically lower than conventional supermarkets. The company positions itself as a hard discount grocery retailer, focusing on providing essential food and household items in smaller-format stores. The chain operates through a network of independently owned and operated stores across the United States, with many locations serving urban and rural communities. Save A Lot’s business model emphasizes efficiency and cost-effectiveness, maintaining smaller store footprints (typically 15,000-20,000 square feet) compared to traditional supermarkets. The company’s product selection consists primarily of private label brands, though they also carry select national brands. In 2016, Save A Lot was acquired by Onex Corporation, and in 2020, the company underwent a significant restructuring, transitioning from a corporate-owned model to a wholesale-focused, licensed-based business model. This transformation included selling many corporate-owned stores to independent operators while maintaining its distribution and wholesale operations. The company continues to support its network of independent owners through its distribution centers and wholesale services.