Disaster Relief Donations
When a natural disaster strikes, SpartanNash is ready to answer the call. With a vast distribution network, SpartanNash is uniquely equipped to provide food solutions and critical aid when and where it is most needed. Since 2021, we have partnered with Convoy of Hope, Global Empowerment Mission, World Central Kitchen, American Red Cross and the Salvation Army in distributing products to areas experiencing disaster, providing hope and a helping hand.
Lending a ‘Helping Hand’
In 2024, SpartanNash reimagined its Helping Hands Day, bringing more than 700 Associates together in Grand Rapids, Mich. to support communities affected by natural disasters. Associates packaged 5,000 personal hygiene kits and nearly 15,000 boxes with meals to feed a family of four for one week – equivalent to providing more than 500,000 meals. The supplies were donated to nonprofit partner Convoy of Hope to be distributed during disaster relief efforts – when essentials like food, water and hygiene items are needed most.
After Hurricane Helene hit in October, Convoy of Hope acted immediately and deployed 1,500 boxes to those affected. As a food solutions company, SpartanNash often extends a ‘helping hand’ to those in need – but seeing the impact of these supplies brings a whole new meaning to delivering the ingredients for a better life.
2024
Bellefontaine and Lima, Ohio Tornadoes
March 2024 – SpartanNash donated water, food and cleaning supplies to assist those impacted by the tornadoes in those communities.
Grand Rapids, Michigan Water Donation
March 2024 – When the city of Grand Rapids, Mich. experienced a water main break, 20,000 homes were impacted. SpartanNash donated six truckloads of water.
Hurricane Beryl
July 2024 – SpartanNash worked with both Global Empowerment Mission and Convoy of Hope and donated three truckloads of water and one truckload of ready-to-eat snacks for those impacted.
Hurricane Helene
September 2024 – SpartanNash worked with Convoy of Hope and donated four truckloads of water to individuals, families and communities impacted by Hurricane Helene throughout the southeast region of the U.S.
2023
Turkey/Syria Earthquake
February 2023 – SpartanNash donated water and baby diapers to assist those in need.
For more information, read the press release: SpartanNash Donates Two Truckloads of Critical Supplies for Turkey-Syria Earthquake Survivors.
Palestine, Ohio Chemical Spill
February 2023 – SpartanNash worked with West Ohio Food Bank and The Salvation Army of Northeast Ohio and donated several pallets of Our Family® water.
Mississippi/Alabama Tornadoes
March 2023 – SpartanNash donated trucks of water and ready-to-eat snacks to those affected. Convoy of Hope facilitated the distribution of these supplies through the many temporary shelters set up in disaster areas.
California Atmospheric Floods
March 2023 – SpartanNash donated food to residents impacted by the devastating effects of atmospheric floods through the American Red Cross.
For more information, read the press release: SpartanNash Partners With American Red Cross for Disaster Relief Efforts in California.
2022
Ukraine
SpartanNash used our global supply chain network and supplier relationships to partner with Convoy of Hope to provide over $1 million in necessities in the hands of refugees across eastern Europe.
For more information, read the press release: SpartanNash Providing $1 Million in Product Donations and Financial Aid to Support Relief Efforts for Ukrainians.
Mississippi Floods
September 2022 – SpartanNash mobilized to donate two truckloads of product including water, boxed cereals and nonperishable canned goods to the Salvation Army‘s Disaster Response location in Jackson, Miss.
Florida and Puerto Rico Hurricanes
October 2022 – SpartanNash mobilized to donate five truckloads of product including water, boxed cereals and nonperishable canned goods to both Convoy of Hope and Global Empowerment Mission.
In total, SpartanNash donated more than $400,000 worth of product to support our nonprofit partners and those impacted in Puerto Rico and Fort Myers, Fla.
2021
Haiti Earthquake
August 2021 – SpartanNash donated $25,000 to Hope for Haiti, one of the Top 10 Humanitarian Relief Organizations. These funds were used to deliver medication and medical supplies, distribute water filtration systems and more.
New Orleans Flood
September 2021 – SpartanNash donated three full semi-truck loads of water and much needed food through the Salvation Army, World Central Kitchen and Waggaman Community Outreach.
Kentucky Tornadoes
December 2021 – SpartanNash provided more than $200,000 worth of supplies to the Kentucky communities of Mayfield, Dawson Springs and Bowling Green. Supplies included three truckloads of bottled water and two trucks full of diapers, baby wipes, bath tissue, hand sanitizer, trash bags, shelf-stable foods and personal care items.
For more information, read the press release: SpartanNash Supports Tornado-Stricken Communities with Five Truckloads of Critical Supplies.