Albertsons Companies, founded in 1939 by Joe Albertson in Boise, Idaho, is a major player in the US food industry. After merging with Safeway, Inc. in 2015, it became one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, operating over 2,300 stores under various banners. The company is committed to community support, offering a range of services aimed at improving customer lives, including hunger relief and educational programs.