Associated Grocers of the South — Food Banks in Birmingham, AL

Associated Grocers of the South, a branch of Associated Grocers, distributes more than 12,500 items from popular national brands and a selection of private labels, including Western Family and Market Choice. The company provides products and service to a variety of supermarket retailers in Alaska, Oregon, Washington, Guam and the Pacific Rim. The retailer-owned company is directed by the operators of stores such as Alaska Commercial, Central Market, MarketPlace, Shop n Kart, Red Apple, Sinnetts, Thriftway and Zupan s. Associated Grocers retail support services include accounts receivable, payroll, retail management and personal computer and printer support. Founded in 1934, Associated Grocers maintains headquarters in Seattle, while Associated Grocers of the South maintains office in Birmingham, Ala.