Food solutions company SpartanNash says its third annual Our Family Scholarship program will honor 15 students making a positive impact in their communities, with each receiving a $5,000 scholarship to support their educational journeys.
Open to shoppers and associates who live in one of the states served by SpartanNash through its company-operated stores or an independent grocer customer, the Our Family Scholarship program recognizes and rewards individuals who embody leadership, compassion and a deep commitment to service in their communities, the company says. The scholarship is available to those pursuing undergraduate, graduate or vocational education, regardless of field of study.
“At SpartanNash, one of our core capabilities is people, and through the Our Family Scholarship program, we can support students who give generously of themselves to build stronger communities,” Erin Storm, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for SpartanNash, said in a news release. “These scholarships represent more than financial support, they’re a celebration of what unites us: compassion, dedication and a drive to make a difference.”
Applications for the 2025 Our Family Scholarship will be accepted through Aug. 31. Selected recipients will receive funding for use during the spring 2026 semester. Scholarship funds can be applied to a range of accredited institutions, including two- and four-year colleges, trade schools and other secondary education programs, the company says.
SpartanNash says past recipients have led impactful initiatives such as food drives, environmental restoration, youth mentorship and health care advocacy, adding that scholarship winners in 2024 demonstrated the powerful role young leaders play in creating stronger communities.
“I am so honored to have received this scholarship from Our Family,” Nathan Sparshu, a past Our Family Scholarship recipient, said in the release. “It brings me a lot of happiness to know that this brand gives back to students like me, so I can spend my time giving back to the various communities that I am a part of.”
Our Family is the flagship private brand distributed exclusively by SpartanNash. Information about past winners and 2025 applications are available through the scholarship program webpage.
