Press & Media – The Soil Institute™
Coverage
Welcome to the official media page for The Soil Institute™.
Below you’ll find founder bios, project summaries, logos, photos, and media coverage for The Soil Institute™ and BAZAR (The Storehouse Project™). press releases, media mentions, brand assets, and our downloadable press kit. We’re available for interviews, speaking engagements, podcast appearances, and media collaborations. For interviews or press inquiries,
contact:
Elisa Chapa at Media@thesoilinstitute.org.
As Seen In:
Media Coverage Featuring BAZAR Micro Grocery Store
KTUL (Channel 8)
"Visionary Grocery Store in the Works for Tulsa"
KTUL (Channel 8) – Visionary Grocery Store in the Works for Tulsa
An article detailing the inception of BAZAR, its solar-powered design, and community impact."New Grocery Store Opens in Tulsa Food Desert"
the opening of a new micro grocery store at the Tulsa Dream Center, aiming to improve access to healthy food in one of Tulsa's food deserts.
KJRH (Channel 2)
"BAZAR Micro Grocery Store Coming to North Tulsa"
'BAZAR' Micro Grocery Store to Begin Construction in North Tulsa
Details on the construction plans and features of BAZAR, including its vending machine model. https://www.kjrh.com/news/local-news/bazar-micro-grocery-store-to-begin-construction-in-north-tulsa"Micro-Grocery Store Opens at Tulsa Dream Center"
opening of a micro-grocery store at the Tulsa Dream Center, providing easy access to fresh produce for the North Tulsa community. 2 News Oklahoma KJRH Tulsa
News 9
"New Micro Grocery Store 'BAZAR' Breaks Ground in Tulsa"
The groundbreaking ceremony of BAZAR, emphasizing its mission to sell local, affordable, fresh produce and provide free meals to students in the area. News on 6
FOX23 News
"Micro Market Hopes to Fight Food Insecurity"
Micro Market Hopes to Fight Food Insecurity
Coverage of the groundbreaking event and the store's objectives in North Tulsa. https://www.fox23.com/news/new-micro-grocery-store-to-help-feed-food-insecure-neighborhood-in-tulsa/article_d86a23ae-f852-11ee-8b7d-2f562966b9c3.html
Tulsa City Council – New Micro Grocery Store Will Help Feed Underserved Communities
An announcement highlighting the city's support and funding for the BAZAR project.
Citizen Portal – Dawson Community Launches Micro Grocery to Combat Food Desert Challenges
An overview of the community-driven initiative to address food insecurity through BAZAR.
Video Coverage
"BAZAR Micro Grocery Store Coming to North Tulsa" – KJRH
A video report detailing the development and features of BAZAR."Improve Our Tulsa 2 - BAZAR Micro Grocery Store" – City of Tulsa
A video from the City of Tulsa highlighting the BAZAR project as part of the city's initiatives.
KTUL (Channel 8) – Visionary Grocery Store in the Works for Tulsa
A feature on BAZAR's innovative approach to providing free meals to children and supporting local farmers.
KJRH (Channel 2) – 'BAZAR' Micro Grocery Store Coming to North Tulsa
Coverage of the groundbreaking ceremony and the store's mission to combat food insecurity
FOX23 News – Micro Market Hopes to Fight Food Insecurity
A segment discussing the goals of the micro market in addressing food deserts.
"Improve Our Tulsa 2 - BAZAR Micro Grocery Store" – City of Tulsa
A video from the City of Tulsa highlighting the BAZAR project as part of the city's initiatives
Press Kit (Downloadable)
Get our full press kit including founder bio, initiative summaries, brand logos, quotes, and photography. For media, partners, and press: Explore our story, mission, visuals, and official quotes — all in one kit
🔽 Download The Soil Institute Press Kit (PDF)
Video (City of Tulsa BAZAR Launch)
Press Release.
PDFs (Bios, Overview, Summaries, Quotes, Contact)
Images (Logos + Store Photos)
For all press inquiries, speaking invitations, and interviews, please contact:
Media Contact
ELISA CHAPA
📧 media@thesoilinstitute.org
Media Contact
Yousef A. BinAgeil
Founder & Chairman, The Soil Institute™
Yousef A. BinAgeil is a systems innovator and founder of The Soil Institute™ — a nonprofit leading a bold 5-Year Mission to end five core human needs through real, scalable systems. From advising Indonesia’s president at 21 to launching The Storehouse Project™, he builds systems that restore dignity and justice.
