SpartanNash Fundraising Efforts Support Midwest Food Banks
SpartanNash’s in-store fundraising efforts to support food pantries across the Midwest set new records, with nearly $480,000 donated by shoppers and employees at company-owned stores including Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets, D&W Fresh Market, and fuel centers.
Additionally, The SpartanNash Foundation pledged $85,000 to food pantries located near SpartanNash distribution centers, bringing the total donation to $565,000. This donation equates to an estimated 204,000 meals for families across the Midwest this holiday season.
“We are inspired by the generosity and support shown by our store guests and Associates,” said Adrienne Chance, senior vice president and chief communications officer at SpartanNash. “The holiday season often reminds us of the challenges many in our community face, especially when it comes to putting meals on the table. We are proud to help address food insecurity in this season and throughout the entire year with our community partners.”
Store guests had the opportunity to contribute various dollar amounts while checking out, both in-store and online. Donations will directly benefit food pantries in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.
"We’re incredibly grateful for the SpartanNash Foundation and their support for our work here in West Michigan. Their fundraiser not only provides key funding to sustain our food access efforts that support over 10,000 financially struggling neighbors each year, but also helps broaden our community of support by sharing about our programs,” said Scott Rumpsa, CEO of Community Action House.
Since 2015, the SpartanNash Foundation’s annual in-store fundraisers have raised more than $2.89 million to support food pantry partners, providing the equivalent of more than 1 million meals for people in the communities SpartanNash serves.
