coborns

Coborn's, Inc. is a dynamic, employee-owned grocery retailer with a rich history spanning over a century. Founded in 1921 by Chester A. Coborn in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota, the company began as a one-room produce store dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality goods to the local community.

This commitment to freshness and community service has been the cornerstone of Coborn's growth and success.

Today, Coborn's, Inc. operates more than 135 retail locations across the Midwest, including Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Illinois.

Store Formats

These locations encompass a variety of store formats, each tailored to meet the diverse needs of their customers:

• Coborn's: Full-service grocery stores known for fresh produce, quality meats, and extensive product selection.
• Cash Wise Foods: Big-box stores focused on competitive prices, efficiency, and value.
• Marketplace Foods: Stores offering a comprehensive shopping experience with quality and customer service focus.
• Hornbacher's: Grocery stores combining quality products with exceptional service for a broad customer base.

Additional Services and Offerings

• CobornsDelivers and Cash Wise Delivers: Online grocery ordering and home delivery services for convenience.
• Liquor Stores: Operating under Coborn's Liquor, Cash Wise Liquor, and Captain Jack's brands with diverse wine, spirits, and beer selections.
• Pharmacies: Located within many Coborn's and Cash Wise Foods stores providing prescription and health consultations.
• Fuel and Convenience Stores: Including Holiday Stationstores and Little Dukes offering fuel, snacks, and essentials.
• Central Bakery and Dry Cleaning Facility: Supporting in-house operations to enhance product offerings and convenience.

The company also operates various other retail ventures such as Ace Hardware, Caribou Coffee, Country Floral Gifts & Greenhouse, Dunn Bros Coffee, Subway, and Erbert and Gerbert's, expanding presence where partnerships align with community needs.

Community Commitment

Coborn's demonstrates a strong commitment to community through philanthropic efforts including donations to health initiatives, youth programs, and hunger relief.

Annually, Coborn's contributes over $3 million to support local communities and partners with organizations donating nearly 2 million nutritious meals to those in need.

Leadership

Under CEO Chris Coborn, a fourth-generation family member, Coborn's, Inc. continues to thrive by focusing on delivering fresh, high-quality goods at reasonable prices while supporting communities.

Locations

The company operates in several key locations, demonstrating its commitment to customer service and quality across the Midwest:

• Moorhead, MN, USA: Serving the local community with a full-service grocery store.
• Fargo, ND, USA: Offering a variety of products and services to meet customer needs.