Market 32 and Price Chopper Customers Donate More than 2,500 Bags of Food to Support Saratoga Families and Backstretch Workers
Summer giving effort provides over 18,500 canned food items through nonprofit LifeWorks Community Action
Market 32 and Price Chopper customers came together this summer to help put food on the tables of Saratoga families and racecourse backstretch workers, purchasing and donating 2,669 bags of shelf-stable groceries to LifeWorks Community Action, an agency that works to alleviate poverty in Saratoga County and the Northern Capital Region.
The summer-long initiative gave customers an easy way to make a difference. $10 pre-packed bags filled with seven (7) canned PICS products* were available for purchase and donation at five participating Saratoga County Market 32 and Price Chopper stores. In total, customers donated 18,683 food items, which will help nourish individuals right in their local community.
“Food insecurity can affect anyone, and having access to nutritious, shelf-stable food can make a meaningful difference for families and individuals facing difficult circumstances,” said Dani Tremblay, Market 32 and Price Chopper manager of community relations. “We’re grateful to our customers for once again turning a simple act of generosity into meaningful support for people in our communities, including the backstretch workers who play such an important role in Saratoga’s racing season.”
Based in Ballston Spa, N.Y., LifeWorks Community Action distributed the donated food to local families in need and Saratoga Racecourse backstretch workers as part of its ongoing efforts to address food insecurity and support individuals and families throughout Saratoga County and the Northern Capital Region.
“At a time when so many of our neighbors are in need, it’s more important than ever for our community to come together to find solutions for food insecurity,” said Ryan Hughes, LifeWorks director of impact operations. “We appreciate the opportunity to work with Market 32 and Price Chopper to help get food to Saratoga Families in need and to backstretch workers. Programs like this make it possible for us to provide support to those who need it the most.”
Helping families access the food they need is a longstanding Market 32 and Price Chopper priority. Through customer-driven fundraising programs, food donations, and partnerships with hunger-relief organizations, Market 32 and Price Chopper work year-round to provide meaningful support to individuals and families in the communities it serves.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Announce Results of Spring and Summer Hunger Relief Efforts During Hunger Action Month
Annual Fill a Glass with Hope®/Fill a Plate with Promise campaign raises more than $53,000 for regional food banks; baseball promotions provide almost 16,000 meals to local communities
In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Market 32 and Price Chopper are proud to announce the results of two spring and summer efforts that turned the generosity of customers, commitment of teammates, and the strength of community partnerships into meaningful hunger relief. Through the annual Fill a Glass with Hope®/Fill a Plate with Promise campaign in partnership with American Dairy Association North East and Garelick Farms, customers, teammates, and partners raised $53,685 for regional food banks across the company’s six-state footprint. Additionally, in-season promotions with four regional professional baseball teams generated 15,960 meals for food banks serving their local communities.
“Through our partnership with American Dairy Association North East and Garelick Farms, along with our fantastic baseball partners, we’re turning the excitement of the game and the generosity of our customers into meaningful support for families facing food insecurity,” said Blaine Bringhurst, Market 32 and Price Chopper president. “Every meal donated represents an opportunity to make a difference for a family in need. Together, we’re helping provide nutritious food and the meals families need to fuel active, healthy days.”
During this year’s Fill a Glass with Hope®/Fill a Plate with Promise campaign, shoppers were invited to round up their change at checkout, resulting in $53,776 in donations. Market 32 and Price Chopper contributed an additional $10,000 match, providing critical funds to help regional food banks purchase milk and other nutritious food for families in need. Of the total raised, $40,332 was distributed across 11 food banks local to Market 32 and Price Chopper stores, while $13,444 funded 6,722 half-gallons of milk for children and families facing food insecurity. This adds to the total of more than 1 million servings of milk that have been donated as part of the 11-year partnership with American Dairy Association North East.
“Dairy farmers know that nourishing our communities means making sure families have access to nutritious foods, including milk,” said John Chrisman, CEO of American Dairy Association North East. “For more than a decade, we’ve been proud to work alongside Market 32 and Price Chopper to help bring fresh milk and other nutritious foods to families facing food insecurity. The generosity behind this year’s campaign is another powerful example of what can happen when farmers, retailers and communities work together to make a difference.”
Beyond the round-up campaign, a series of in-season promotions with four regional professional baseball teams brought fans, athletes, and teams together across spring and summer to turn game excitement into meaningful community impact that resulted in 15,960 meals donated.
At Heritage Financial Park in Wappingers Falls, NY, 100 meals were donated every time the Hudson Valley Renegades––High-A affiliate of the New York Yankees––won at home. The team’s 29 wins totaled 2,900 meals across the season.
When the Syracuse Mets––Triple-A affiliate of the New York Mets––won at their home field of NBT Bank Stadium, Market 32 and Price Chopper donated 100 meals to the Food Bank of Central New York, generating 4,700 meals total.
Through a partnership with the Binghamton Rumble Ponies––Double-A affiliate of the New York Mets––with every home run hit, 100 meals were donated to the Food Bank of the Southern Tier, totaling 6,200 meals.
At Frontier League Tri-City Valleycats games, Market 32 and Price Chopper donated 100 meals to the Regional Food Bank with every run scored at home, resulting in 2,860 meals across 50 home games.
The fundraising announcement comes during Hunger Action Month, a national campaign held every September to raise awareness about food insecurity and inspire action to end hunger. Community-driven programs like Fill a Glass with Hope®/Fill a Plate with Promise and Market 32 and Price Chopper’s seasonal baseball partnerships help close the nutrition gap and ensure families have access to nutritious foods. Every dollar raised stays local—delivering fresh milk and essential nutrition directly to neighbors in need.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Customers Can Round Up at Checkout to Support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
A few extra cents at checkout can make a meaningful difference for children and families in need of specialized medical care. Throughout October, customers at Market 32 and Price Chopper can round up their change on purchases to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. 100% of customer donations will benefit children’s health care in the communities served by the neighborhood grocer.
To further amplify the campaign, Market 32 and Price Chopper will match customer contributions up to $10,000.
Donations will support critical care, medical equipment, research, and programs that help children and families at nine Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals across the company’s six-state footprint:
- Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center (Albany, NY)
- Boston Children’s Hospital (Boston, MA)
- Connecticut Children’s Medical Center (Hartford, CT)
- Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital (Mechanicsville, PA)
- Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital (Valhalla, NY)
- Mohawk Valley Health System (Utica, NY)
- Samaritan Medical Center (Watertown, NY)
- The University of Vermont Children’s Hospital (Burlington, VT)
- Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital (Syracuse, NY)
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals supports 170 children’s hospitals across the U.S. and Canada, helping provide the specialized care, innovative treatments, and resources children need.
“Supporting children’s health is a priority for Market 32 and Price Chopper, and this campaign gives our customers an easy way to make a difference right in their own communities,” said Molly McCann-Mall, Market 32 and Price Chopper senior community relations specialist. “Every round-up adds up, and with our company match, we’re able to extend the impact even further for children and families who rely on these hospitals.”
Market 32 and Price Chopper, Freihofer’s Baking Company Raise Over $19,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association
Customer-driven campaign helps advance research, care, and support services
Market 32 and Price Chopper, in partnership with Freihofer’s Baking Company, today announced a donation of $19,079 to the Alzheimer’s Association following a two-month in-store fundraising campaign. The donation was celebrated during a ceremonial check presentation at the Clifton Park Shoppers World Market 32 in Clifton Park, N.Y.*
With each participating Freihofer’s product purchased throughout May and June, Market 32 and Price Chopper and Freihofer’s jointly donated ten cents to the Alzheimer’s Association, helping fund programs and services for individuals and families impacted by the disease.
“Supporting organizations that improve the health and well-being of our communities is an important part of our mission to nourish life,” said Blaine Bringhurst, president of Market 32 and Price Chopper. “We’re grateful to our customers and to Freihofer’s Baking Company for helping make this campaign a success. Together, we’re providing meaningful support for the Alzheimer’s Association’s efforts to advance research, expand resources, and offer hope to those navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.”
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 7 million Americans are currently living with the disease, a number expected to increase significantly in the coming decades. Funds raised through this campaign will help advance research, advocacy, education, and support services for individuals and caregivers affected by dementia.
“We are truly grateful for this generous donation toward advancing our mission of a world without Alzheimer’s disease and all other dementia,” said David Sobel, executive director of the Northeastern New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. “Support from community partners such as Market 32 and Price Chopper, as well as Freihofer’s, is especially meaningful as we work to provide the best resources to local individuals and families affected by dementia. We encourage anyone in need of assistance to call our 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.”
The campaign reflects Market 32 and Price Chopper’s longstanding commitment to health and wellness and to supporting organizations that make a meaningful difference in the lives of customers, families, and communities.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Award $15,000 in Grants to Local Youth Soccer Organizations
Winners of youth soccer sweepstakes receive funding to support young athletes and grow the beautiful game in their communities
Market 32 and Price Chopper today announced the winners of its Youth Soccer Sweepstakes, awarding three local organizations with $5,000 grants to support their programs, players, and communities.
The sweepstakes––launched in celebration of the world’s premier soccer tournament returning to the United States for the first time in 32 years––invited customers to nominate a local youth soccer organization to receive one of three grants. The customers who nominated the winning organizations also received a $500 Market 32 and Price Chopper gift card. More than 300 organizations were nominated by customers across Market 32 and Price Chopper’s 128 stores.
The winning organizations are:*
- Alleycats Soccer Club, Albany, NY, nominated by Alicia Suarez
- Richfield Youth Sports, Richfield Springs, NY, nominated by Ivy Lafrance
- Latham Circle Soccer Club, Latham, NY, nominated by Pamela Fitzsimmons
Each organization will receive a $5,000 grant from Market 32 and Price Chopper to help fund youth soccer programming, equipment, field improvements, player development, or other team needs.
“Soccer has a unique ability to bring people together, and we were excited to give our customers a way to celebrate the sport while supporting the local organizations helping young athletes thrive,” said Blaine Bringhurst, president of Market 32 and Price Chopper. “These grants recognize the important role youth sports organizations play in building confidence, teamwork, and community connections.”
The Youth Soccer Sweepstakes was supported by participating brands including Coke, Powerade, Dasani, Core Power, Body Armor, Cheez-it, Eggo, Pop-Tart, Dove, Lay’s, Tostitos, and Quaker. Customers earned bonus entries during the promotional period by purchasing participating products.
Supporting youth organizations is part of Market 32 and Price Chopper’s ongoing commitment to strengthening the communities they serve. Through Market 32 Cares and Price Chopper Cares, the company partners with local organizations and programs that help families, children, and communities thrive.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Launch Pet Food Drive to Help Care for Every Family Member
Customers donations in stores will fill bowls and keep tails wagging at area rescues — because pets are family, too
Market 32 and Price Chopper stores are inviting customers to help support pets and families in their communities through the purchase of $10 bags of pet food.
Now through October 10, shoppers can purchase a bag containing five Pure Harmony dog or cat food items to be donated to an animal shelter or pet-support organization in their local community. Donations will help provide nutritious food to animals awaiting adoption and support outreach programs that help local families keep their pets healthy and well-fed.
“We’re pleased to offer our customers a simple and affordable way to support local animal shelters and families who may be struggling to provide for their pets,” said Dani Tremblay, manager of community relations for Market 32 and Price Chopper. “Pets are family too, and together, we can help make sure they get the food and care they need.”
The donated pet food will help local shelters stretch their resources and provide for animals in their care, while also supporting programs that assist pet owners experiencing food insecurity.
The Pet Food Drive is part of Market 32 and Price Chopper’s ongoing commitment to nourishing communities through hunger relief, health and wellness, and care for families, including pets.
Market 32 and Price Chopper Introduce Shy's Eats Chicken and Egg Salads in Select Locations
Locally Made, Health-Focused Prepared Dish Now in Six Capital Region Stores
Market 32 and Price Chopper is excited to announce Shy’s Eats Chicken Salads and Egg Salad— high-protein, ready-to-eat meal solutions— are now available in the Foodfare department of six Capital Region Market 32 locations. Focused on making healthy eating easy and convenient, the addition of Shy’s Eats continues the mission of bringing high-quality local products to customers.
“There’s something special about seeing a local entrepreneur’s vision make its way onto our shelves,” said Blaine Bringhurst, President of Market 32 and Price Chopper. “We’re proud to support local businesses like Shy’s Eats while giving our customers more opportunities to enjoy high-quality products made right here in the communities we live and work in.”
Shy’s Eats is a Capital Region meal preparation service and the passion project of Shahila “Shy” Abbasi, a professionally trained chef who creates weekly fresh meal options for people looking to make healthier choices on a busy schedule. After making major changes to support her own health, Shy made it her mission to help others with home-cooked meals they can feel good about. “What started as simply preparing meals for others became something much more meaningful to me,” Shy said.
The gourmet chicken salads are made by hand using clean, health-minded ingredients and come in a variety of flavors, including Buffalo, Cranberry Walnut, Dill Pickle, and Curry, in addition to traditional chicken and egg salads. Each delicious variety is carefully made in partnership with a registered dietitian to ensure nutritional value without sacrificing flavor. “Two years ago, I told anyone who would listen, ‘One day, I will have my products in Market 32’,” Shy said. “Seeing Shy’s Eats on the shelves of Market 32 is more than I ever could have imagined. It is a dream come true, not only for me, but for my family.”
The launch marks an exciting next step for Shy’s Eats and expands Market 32 and Price Chopper’s home.grown. selection of locally made products from businesses throughout the communities it’s proud to serve. Customers can shop the array of chicken salads and egg salad at the following Market 32 locations:
- 1706 Western Ave., Albany, NY 12203
- 1018 Route 146, Clifton Park, NY 12065 (Clifton Park Plaza)
- 15 Park Ave., Clifton Park, NY 12065 (Clifton Shoppers World)
- Routes 20 and 155, Guilderland, NY 12084
- One Kendall Way, Malta, NY 12020
- 1395 New Scotland Ave., Slingerlands, NY 12159
The community is invited to meet Shy and sample Shy’s Eats Chicken Salads at two upcoming free sampling events:
- Saturday, October 3, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Market 32, One Kendall Way, Malta, NY 12020
- Saturday, October 17, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Market 32, Routes 20 and 155, Guilderland, NY 12084
Market 32 and Price Chopper Lower Everyday Prices on Over a Thousand Grocery Essentials
Schenectady, N.Y., September 14, 2026– Everyone loves to save, and now Market 32 and Price Chopper are lowering prices on over a thousand grocery essentials this fall, giving shoppers even more savings as families head back to school, enjoy football season, and gear up for the holidays. The neighborhood grocer’s new value-focused campaign has grown into a companywide initiative that will allow shoppers to spot the savings on bright, yellow “new lower price” tags displayed in the aisles across its 128 stores, inspired by iconic promotional branding used in Price Chopper’s sale campaigns decades ago.
The campaign has three key ways for shoppers to save:
- AdvantEdge Rewards is getting simpler: The AdvantEdge Rewards program has been revamped to offer 2% back on almost everything through November 7 –– a pivot from the previous points-based system. Shoppers no longer have to wonder what their rewards are worth — the receipt at checkout will clearly show the cash value delivered. For example, 515 points will be shown as $5.15 earned and redeemed. Every reward becomes savings on a future shopping trip, and shoppers double their normal savings.
- Over a thousand lowered prices throughout stores: With families stepping into fall activities, the campaign is designed to deliver savings when grocery budgets are stretched even more. Over a thousand everyday staples for breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and more will be heavily discounted, allowing customers to fill up their grocery carts with the same high-quality ingredients at an even better value.
- Weekly reveal of the best deals: In addition to the yellow tags, customers should be on the lookout for falling prices in the grocer’s weekly ads, where they’ll see deep cuts on favorite items, market-leading deals, and weekly specials.
“We know that now more than ever, our customers are looking to make their grocery budgets go further, and we’re excited to roll out this campaign to help them find the best of what we have to offer at the very best prices,” said Market 32 and Price Chopper President Blaine Bringhurst. “Our goal of making it easier to save was also the inspiration for the shift from points to dollars with our AdvantEdge Rewards program. It’s a reflection of Market 32 and Price Chopper’s commitment to helping customers see and feel the difference each time they shop with us.”
Shoppers can find more details about the Market 32 and Price Chopper Value Campaign at pricechopper.com. They’ll find a dedicated landing page, newly created digital videos, display ads, social content, and screensavers. Customers are also encouraged to speak with Market 32 and Price Chopper teammates at their local store if they have any questions while shopping.
“We remain committed to finding more ways to provide our customers with meaningful value, especially as we head into the busy holiday season,” added Bringhurst.
Four Quick Tips for Food Safety
September is Food Safety Education Month, and it’s the perfect time to brush up on the everyday habits that keep your kitchen running smoothly and your meals safe to enjoy. Whether you’re packing school lunches, preparing dinners for a busy week, or stocking up on fresh finds from your neighborhood Market 32 and Price Chopper, a few small steps can make a big difference.
Always make sure your hands and cooking surfaces are clean and sanitized.
- Wash your hands frequently with warm water and soap and scrub for at least 20 seconds.
- Clean surfaces regularly, especially cutting boards and cooking surfaces.
Separate raw meat, poultry and seafood away from ready-to-eat foods and vegetables.
- Use different cutting boards for your raw meats and vegetables to prevent cross-contamination.
- Store raw meat separately inside your refrigerator.
Always cook food to their appropriate internal temperatures.
- Use a food thermometer to ensure meats, poultry, and seafood reach safe internal temperatures and are fully cooked.
Refrigerate perishables and leftovers promptly.
- Properly store perishables and leftovers within two hours in your refrigerator.
Following these simple habits can ensure you have a safe September and beyond!
For more information visit fda.gov/food/consumers/food-safety-education-month
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