Help Launch an Independent San Marcos Grocer

Help Us Open Ollie’s Market – A Neighborhood Grocer Rooted in San Marcos

Hi, we're Natalie and Eli Zablosky, and we’re opening Ollie’s Market, a small, independent grocery store in downtown San Marcos.

Ollie’s isn’t part of a big-box empire. It’s a neighborhood grocer with local roots, built by people who live here and care about what we eat. We’re raising $15,000 to help cover the costs of opening our storefront, and we’re matching that with $15,000 of our own.

Why We're Building Ollie’s

We believe our town deserves a store that offers:

Everyday staples, thoughtfully sourced

Local goods from farmers and makers who call this region home

A space that feels like it belongs to you

This isn’t a trendy concept or a pop-up. It’s a long-term investment in San Marcos — in food access, in community, and in small business.

Who We Are

We’re Natalie and Eli Zablosky, partners in life, work, and now this community grocery store.

Natalie Zablosky (formerly Prewitt) was born and raised in San Marcos. She comes from a close-knit family rooted in home cooking, shared meals, and small-town values. Her deep roots in this city shape everything we envision for Ollie’s: local, welcoming, and made with care.

Eli Zablosky has spent the last decade working behind the scenes of beloved community spaces like:

Apogee Presents – bringing live music and culture to downtown

Tantra – the iconic coffeehouse and gathering space

San Marcos Film Lab (formerly Zablosky Film) – a hub for creatives, students, and locals to preserve their memories

Together, we’re pouring our energy into something new and nourishing. Ollie’s Market will be a space where people can shop with intention, support their neighbors, and trust what’s on the shelf.

This local grocer is our next chapter. We're building it from the ground up with the help of the community that shaped us.

What Your Support Will Help Fund

The money we raise through this campaign will help with:

Improvements to our downtown storefront

Equipment like coolers, shelving, and kitchen appliances

Our first inventory order, prioritizing small producers, farmers, and regional goods

We’ve already chosen a location, started building supplier relationships, and committed our own funds to this project. Your support helps us move forward with momentum and confidence.

Thank You for Believing in Local

We’re excited to build something that lasts — something that brings neighbors together around good food, good people, and shared values.

Whether you give $10 or $1,000, or simply help spread the word, we welcome you to be a part of this journey with us.

With gratitude,

Natalie & Eli Zablosky

@olliesgoods