RBGA Small Business of the Month - July 1998
RBGA Small Business of the Month - October 2009
RBGA Small Business of the Month - August 2014
RBGA Small Business of the Month - September 2019

In 1974, Andy's Automotive opened its doors and heart to the communities of Alton, IL, Godfrey, IL, Bethalto, IL, and surrounding areas. For almost 50 years, we have prided ourselves on being the kind of auto service you can rely on to get your vehicles' needs met with honesty and integrity.    

Whether you are shopping for tires among some of our wonderful brands like, Firestone, Cooper, or BFGoodrich®, or asking about one of the many automotive repair services we provide, such as brake repair or wheel alignments, Andy's Automotive has got you covered. We provide all the perks of a locally owned business, with quality of service and brands of the bigger auto stores! Don't settle for anything less.     

RBGA Small Business of the Month - November 1997
RBGA Small Business of the Month - March 2006 
RBGA Small Business of the Month - October 2011
RBGA Small Business of the Month - June 2023

RBGA Small Business of the Month - November 2023  

RBGA Small Business of the Month - August 2013 

Premium Cigars sold in an inviting lounge for your enjoyment.

Art Henry Tours has been your trusted source for group bus tours since 1978. With many exciting destinations to choose from, we can customize a package to fit your groups needs. Does your group enjoy shows? Then Branson is the ultimate destination. Do you want to just kick back and relax? Then a cruise or Myrtle Beach is for you. Do you like music? From country music in Nashville, to the Blues in Memphis, to the soulful jazz music of New Orleans, we've got a musical itinerary for every taste. We have tours that focus on history; tours with lots of great shopping; and have recently added some amazing "Out West" tours. Retrace the footsteps of the early pioneers on the Oregon Trail; experience the majesty of Mount Rushmore; or see "Old Faithful" inside Yellowstone National Park. Just know that we offer a variety of tours and will help you pick the perfect one for your group. We look forward to being your "tour partner" and helping your travelers mark off everything on their bucket list!

RBGA Small Business of the Month - April 2018

 Atomic Pinball Arcade is an 8,000 sq. foot pinball spectacular with over 150 pinball, video, and skee ball machines.

As lifelong residents of the Riverbend area, the Emerick and Robinson families thought it was a perfect opportunity to buy B&B Custom T's to continue to serve their community. Both families have been heavily involved with area school, sports clubs, and the Bethalto Boys and Girls Club where each has held various board positions and committee chairs. The purchase was a family decision as it's a family-run business with their new college graduate daughters leading marketing and design.        

While the business was purchased as of 4/1/2023, Kevan and Marsha Bennett stayed on to help transition and introduce their customer base to the new owners. Many people have asked - why keep the name? Emerick/Robinson felt passionate about ensuring that the existing customer base knew that the thirty-plus years of serving the Riverbend community was still a focal point. Kevan and Marsha spent almost 90 days walking through the existing customer services to ensure that those needs could continue to be met.        

While the name didn't change much, the address of B&B did. Emerick/Robinson took the opportunity to move locations to 237 E. Delmar (next to Alton Target). And, as their new name suggests: B&B Custom Gifts and Apparel, they've added another focus to the already broad array of products they offer. In addition to custom embroidery, screen printing, transfers, and all types of signage, they also offer custom gifts for any occasion and added engraving and canvas photo print to their robust portfolio.        Emerick/Robinson wants to continue the relationships that B&B has built in the community and that includes the RBGA. They hope to build a strong network with the business community and continue the partnership in serving the Riverbend community.     

RBGA Small Business of the Month - February 2021

Bakers & Hale is a locally owned and operated restaurant that opened in August 2018. The ownership group consists of many members of the Baker family (and their spouses) which originates out of Shipman, IL. Kelsi Baker Walden had a dream of opening a restaurant and her family stepped in to support making that dream become a reality.

We are proud to be one of the only farm to table restaurants in the St. Louis Metro East – located on the north end of Godfrey, IL. Not only do we purchase the freshest of ingredients from local suppliers, we also have our own garden on site where we grow many of our own vegetables and herbs (tomatoes, zucchini, peppers, cucumbers, chives, basil, dill, oregano, and more). The only freezer at our restaurant is the size of your standard home refrigerator. By using only fresh ingredients, our plates are full of flavor and will leave a lasting impression on your group wanting to return for more!      

We approach each client relationship with the same care and dedication we would give to our own nonprofit. We believe that success lies in the details, and our team is committed to assisting both established nonprofits and startups in streamlining day-to-day operations, ensuring marketing and branding consistency, developing impactful programs, conducting thorough Board of Directors restructuring and analysis, and much more. 

Our founder and lead consultant brings to the table an extensive background in the nonprofit sector, spanning nearly a decade. He is not only a seasoned consultant but also a passionate advocate for social causes. As the founder of two successful nonprofits, Amare and Renegade Gardens, and having served on multiple boards in pivotal roles such as president, board member, and vice president, Ty possesses a wealth of hands-on experience in diverse areas.