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Cenex® LIFT program

The LIFT program is a low-interest financing solution designed to help Cenex® retailers modernize and enhance their convenience stores through lighting, image, and facility transformations.

Category signage, LED lighting and painting
Your low-interest finance solution

Get the freedom to transform your store and the financial support to make it happen. Whether you're aiming to upgrade lighting, refresh your store’s image, or renovate your facilities, LIFT gives you the power to reimagine your space—your way.

Backed by the strength and support of CHS, LIFT offers the flexibility and financial tools you need to create a store environment that attracts customers and drives growth. From small updates to full-scale transformations, LIFT is your partner in building a better retail experience.

Bottom-line impact

Unlock long-term financial benefits

At CHS, we’re committed to fueling your success—today and into the future. That’s why we created the LIFT program: a strategic initiative designed to help Cenex retailers grow stronger, operate smarter, and stay ahead of the competition. With LIFT, transforming your store doesn’t have to come with financial strain—it comes with powerful support.

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Low-interest financing

Invest in your future–without the financial burden. CHS helps cover 5%* interest for qualifying Cenex store upgrades. 

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Principal buy-down

Reduce cost strain with an annual principal buy-down. For every gallon of gasoline sold, CHS contributes $0.005/gal directly toward your loan’s principal balance–year after year*.

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Exclusive vendor discounts

Gain access to a network of preferred vendors offering exclusive discounts on products and services that support your store's transformation.

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Eligible improvements at a glance

Not all upgrades are created equal—here’s what counts when it comes to eligible improvements.

  • Single or multi-use bathroom
  • Food service counters and special amenities
  • Reach-in or walk-in coolers
  • Checkout counters and point-of-sale 
  • Entryway, building fascia and concrete
  • Category signage, LED lighting and painting 

Other project types not listed may qualify. To see if your project qualifies, contact your Cenex representative. 

Successful stories

Get inspired

Cenex store in Harrisburg
Become more than a gas station
Through a multitude of interior and exterior upgrades, Cenex store owners can become their community’s number one c-store destination.
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Be a local champion
As a local business owner, you know the ins and outs of your community and have the opportunity to serve them in a way they can truly appreciate.
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Food service counters and special amenities
Considerations for upgrades
Whether you're considering a small upgrade or a major overhaul to your c-store, there are a few key things to keep in mind.
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"The financing we got through LIFT to do in-store upgrades was huge. We went from a small store that wasn’t very inviting to an organized, attractive location. We’re seeing an increase in the number of people who come inside the store."

 

— Brad Van Overbeke
     CEO, Farmers Union Oil of Southern Valley

Meeting needs of booming town

Building a legacy

Creating the cornerstone

Inclusivity and community

"The [LIFT] Program is a game-changer. No other brand offers something like this, and it’s a real differentiator for Cenex."

– Frank Orton
   CEO, Orton Oil Company

The need for community

Renovations with purpose

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Submit your LIFT inquiry

Complete the form below to inquire about the Cenex LIFT program.