Community Snapshots

Stories of immigrant and minority corner store owners across Oakland

Saba Grocers Initiative is where corner store owners come together to build a better food system.

Fairfax District

"Andre Isler is the manager and former owner of Isler’s."

Lower Dimond District

"Farouk’s father started the tradition during Ramadan some 20 years ago..."

East Oakland

"Abdelhady is expanding the store and selling more produce."

East 14th Street District

"One Stop has been in the Charles family for 45 years."