SpartanNash Expands OurFamily Scholarship Program

Building off the success of the OurFamily Scholarship program’s first year, SpartanNash is expanding the program to reward more students with larger scholarships.

According to the company, the scholarships aim to recognize and reward students who demonstrate a dedication to community involvement. Community members who live in one of the states served by SpartanNash-owned stores or the company’s independent customers are eligible to apply for the scholarship to support undergraduate, graduate or vocational education.

“Our Family is rooted in strengthening the communities we serve, making them better places to live, play and grow,” said Amy McClellan, executive vice president and chief customer officer for SpartanNash. “The Our Family Scholarship program is one of many ways we help our independent customers give back to the communities they serve, closely aligned with our mission to deliver the ingredients for a better life.”

Qualifying students can apply online for one of the $2,500 scholarships through August 31. Recipients will be selected based on their community engagement, including extracurricular activities, charity work and other good deeds. Funds may be used toward any form of higher education, including two- and four-year universities, trade schools or secondary education programs.

“The recipients of last year’s Our Family Scholarship were tremendous role models who worked hard to make their neighborhoods a better place,” said Todd Taylor, SpartanNash independent customer and Our Family retailer. “These scholarships are a great opportunity to shine a light on students who give back and promote meaningful change in their communities. We have a lot of incredible young associates who are true community leaders, and we hope to recognize them through this program.”