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SpartanNash Foundation Celebrates 40-Year Partnership with Special Olympics, Launches In-Store Fundraiser to Support Athletes

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) will host its annual fundraising campaign through the SpartanNash Foundation, supporting athletes, raising awareness for Special Olympics, and helping fund its State Summer Games in nine states. The in-store fundraiser will run today through March 31.

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"As a People First company, we're proud to support an organization that cultivates a community of strength, support and unity."
The SpartanNash Foundation has raised more than $10.1 million for Special Olympics throughout its 40-year partnership, and SpartanNash Associates have volunteered tens of thousands of hours to the non-profit.
In addition, SpartanNash employs more than 25 Special Olympics athletes who have served guests for a combined 157 years at Company-operated grocery stores.
Donations will support Special Olympics athletes in Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Fine Choice Foods Springs into US Marketplace, Rolls into Retail Locations Nationwide

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

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Fine Choice Foods, a leading producer of Asian-inspired foods throughout North America, today announced its line of fresh SUMM!

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Fine Choice Foods, a leading producer of Asian-inspired foods throughout North America, today announced its line of fresh SUMM!
retail packs are also now accessible via HelloFresh, the world's leading meal kit delivery service.
Founded as a small, family-owned store employing three people in Vancouver, BC, Fine Choice Foods is a market-leading producer of high-quality, fresh Asian-inspired foods specializing in spring rolls, gyoza dumplings and the original apple pie roll under the SUMM!
“Our expansion into the US retail market is a significant milestone as part of our long-term plan for growth,” said Jason Longden, CEO of Fine Choice Foods.

SpartanNash Unveils Immersive Grocery Experience for High School Students in Partnership with Junior Achievement

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced a partnership with youth education nonprofit Junior Achievement of the Michigan Great Lakes (JAMGL) to support JA Finance Park®, the organization's capstone program for financial planning and career exploration. On Monday, SpartanNash participated in a ribbon-cutting event outside of its new Family Fare experiential learning center.

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On Monday, SpartanNash participated in a ribbon-cutting event outside of its new Family Fare experiential learning center.
At the Family Fare activation, students will have an immersive, real-life experience and choose from a wide range of careers, including cashier, supply chain forklift operator, corporate Associate and more.
"We are thrilled to continue our journey with SpartanNash through this new partnership for our JA Finance Park® Capstone program," said JAMGL President and CEO Bill Coderre.
"SpartanNash shares our passion to empower young individuals, and workforce development education is an important addition to the program.

SpartanNash Foundation Fundraiser Helps Provide Over 158,000 Meals This Holiday Season

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) and SpartanNash Foundation are proud to announce the success of their seventh annual in-store fundraiser supporting food pantries across the Midwest.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) and SpartanNash Foundation are proud to announce the success of their seventh annual in-store fundraiser supporting food pantries across the Midwest.
This donation equates to an estimated 158,000 meals for families across the Midwest this holiday season.
"As a food solutions company, we strive to make nutrition accessible and affordable to the communities we serve," said SpartanNash Senior Vice President of Communications and SpartanNash Foundation Executive Director Adrienne Chance .
In total, this contribution has provided an estimated 865,000 meals for people in the communities SpartanNash serves.

SpartanNash Foundation and Junior Achievement Celebrate Successful Back-to-School Fundraiser

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash ("SpartanNash") (Nasdaq: SPTN) and the SpartanNash Foundation are proud to announce the success of their in-store fundraiser in collaboration with Junior Achievement ("JA"), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young minds.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash ("SpartanNash") (Nasdaq: SPTN) and the SpartanNash Foundation are proud to announce the success of their in-store fundraiser in collaboration with Junior Achievement ("JA"), a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young minds.
In addition to this initiative, Junior Achievement recently teamed up with SpartanNash and the Food Industry Association to develop programs that inspire students to explore career paths in the food industry.
"We're proud of our partnership with Junior Achievement and thankful for the ongoing support from our store Associates and local communities," said SpartanNash Senior Vice President of Communications and SpartanNash Foundation Executive Director Adrienne Chance , who serves on the Board of Directors for Junior Achievement of Michigan Great Lakes.
To learn more about the SpartanNash Foundation, please visit SpartanNash.com/foundation .

SpartanNash Foundation Teams Up with Junior Achievement for Back-to-School In-Store Fundraiser

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With back-to-school season underway, food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) launched an in-store fundraiser through the SpartanNash Foundation, benefiting youth education nonprofit Junior Achievement (JA).

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The organization recently teamed up with SpartanNash and the Food Industry Association to develop programs that inspire students to explore career paths in the food industry.
Proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward expanding educational curriculums, including in-school programming and volunteer resources.
"We are thrilled to embark on this journey with SpartanNash, an organization sharing our passion for empowering young individuals," said Junior Achievement of Michigan Great Lakes President and CEO Bill Coderre.
To learn more about the SpartanNash Foundation and its impact, visit spartannash.com/foundation .

SpartanNash Debuts Remodeled Stores under its Flagship Family Fare Retail Banner

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) is upgrading store guest experiences across the Midwest by consolidating its No Frills, Sun Mart and Dan's Supermarket retail banners into Family Fare, its flagship retail banner. Family Fare is best known for everyday value and convenience, outstanding service and a commitment to community. This summer, seven stores in Nebraska were remodeled and there are five more planned conversions for 2023, to be completed in North Dakota by the end of summer.

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Family Fare is best known for everyday value and convenience, outstanding service and a commitment to community.
"Family Fare brings hometown appeal, value and service to neighborhoods in communities large and small," said SpartanNash Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Amy McClellan .
We are proud to unify and strengthen our retail experience by bringing Family Fare to new places in the Midwest where SpartanNash has been present for many years."
All Family Fare stores will remain SpartanNash-operated, and store guests can expect an enhanced shopping experience with new amenities and benefits.

SpartanNash and Flashfood Successfully Divert One Million Pounds of Food Waste

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) recently achieved a significant milestone in its collaboration with technology company Flashfood. In its first three years, the Company and the app-based marketplace have successfully diverted an impressive one million pounds of food waste and saved families $1.9 million on their groceries.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) recently achieved a significant milestone in its collaboration with technology company Flashfood .
In its first three years, the Company and the app-based marketplace have successfully diverted an impressive one million pounds of food waste and saved families $1.9 million on their groceries.
Reducing food waste and providing affordable access to nutrition are key elements of SpartanNash's environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy , which aims to promote healthy lives and well-being for all.
"Partnerships with mission-aligned grocers like SpartanNash play a vital role in addressing the connected problems of food waste and food insecurity," said Flashfood Head of Impact Brody Slacer.

SpartanNash Foundation to Host In-Store Fundraiser May 24 to June 4 to Support Military and Disaster Relief Heroes

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) will salute military and disaster relief heroes through its annual SpartanNash Foundation in-store fundraiser, running May 24 to June 4. As part of the Company's commitment to support heroes from the military and surrounding communities, this year's fundraiser will benefit Honor and Remember, Operation Homefront and Convoy of Hope.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) will salute military and disaster relief heroes through its annual SpartanNash Foundation in-store fundraiser, running May 24 to June 4.
As part of the Company's commitment to support heroes from the military and surrounding communities, this year's fundraiser will benefit Honor and Remember , Operation Homefront and Convoy of Hope .
Since 2015, SpartanNash and its communities have provided $2 million in donations to patriotic and hero partners through the SpartanNash Foundation.
"We cannot thank SpartanNash enough for their generosity and support of Honor and Remember over the past seven years.

SpartanNash Strengthens Customer-Centric Innovation with Robotics Automation

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Food solutions company SpartanNash (the "Company") (Nasdaq: SPTN) today announced expansion plans for the use of an autonomous inventory robot named Tally in 15 grocery stores in Michigan and Indiana. Developed by retail technology company Simbe, Tally represents SpartanNash's continued investment in technology to enhance the store guest and Associate experience.

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After a successful pilot in select D&W Fresh Market stores, SpartanNash is implementing Simbe's solution in additional Family Fare and Martin's Super Market stores.
"Tally's speed, accuracy and automation enable our Associates to save time in inventory tracking and spend more time on the floor serving store guests," said SpartanNash Executive Vice President, Corporate Retail Tom Swanson .
We're excited to continue providing powerful insights for SpartanNash to help improve the shopping experience for store guests and Associates."
As part of SpartanNash's commitment to customer-focused innovation, this announcement follows the Company's recent pilot with food technology platform Afresh Technologies .