Community

Be A Good Neighbor
Whether your store is decades old or new to the neighborhood, your business is a part of the fabric of the community, economically, socially and culturally. ​

Convenience Stores and Their Communities
Discover positive impacts convenience stores have in their communities by creating jobs, improving local economy, and contributing to the community contributions. ​

Be Local
Your loyal customers are likely locals stopping by for a grab-and-go occasion or to refuel their vehicle. Celebrate your community and the hard work that your neighbors have put into it. ​

Site Approval Toolkit
This guide explains the planning process to build or expand stores and will help prepare retailers for zoning or land use boards. ​

Give Back
As part of the fabric of the community, convenience stores support local organizations and charities. Here’s some ideas on how you can support the community, along with examples from your peers. ​

Partner with American Red Cross
NACS is the first retail-focused association to partner with the American Red Cross to advance community giving in stores and assist in disaster recovery efforts. ​

Tell Your Story
Communicating to your customers what your company stands for is another element of building your brand. Remember: If you don’t tell your story, then who will? ​