Market 32 and Price Chopper Raise Over $44,000 for Special Olympics

Round Up Campaign Supports Inclusive Athletics Across Six States

SCHENECTADY, N.Y.– Market 32 and Price Chopper customers once again demonstrated that small contributions add up to meaningful impact, raising more than $44,000 for Special Olympics through a recent in-store fundraising campaign. The funding was announced during a ceremonial check presentation at the Market 32 in Clifton Park, NY.

During January, customers at all 128 Market 32 and Price Chopper locations across six states rounded up their change at checkout, generating $34,284 in donations. Market 32 and Price Chopper contributed an additional $10,000, bringing the total to $44,284 in support of Special Olympics athletes and programs throughout the region.

In the spirit of the recent Winter Olympic games in Milan–Cortina, the campaign underscores the enduring role sports play in building confidence, inclusion, and community at every level. Support from Market 32 and Price Chopper customers helps ensure Special Olympics athletes across New York, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and New Hampshire have access to year-round training, competition, and inclusive athletic opportunities close to home. Additionally, funds raised will help support local athletes preparing for the 2026 USA Games.

“Special Olympics opens doors for people with intellectual disabilities to challenge themselves, grow as athletes, and experience the joy of belonging,” said Blaine Bringhurst, president of Market 32 and Price Chopper. “We’re incredibly grateful to our customers, whose generosity helps make these opportunities possible in the communities we proudly serve.

“Retail campaigns like this play a powerful role in advancing the Special Olympics movement and ensuring inclusive opportunities for athletes with intellectual disabilities,” said Stacey Hengsterman, President and CEO of Special Olympics New York. “Thank you to all of the Market 32 and Price Chopper customers who supported our champions!”

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About Market 32 and Price Chopper

Based in Schenectady, NY, Market 32 and Price Chopper operate 128 supermarkets, employing over 15,500 teammates in New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. The American-owned company, founded by the Golub family in 1932, prides itself on longstanding traditions of innovative food merchandising, cutting-edge brand development and store design, leadership in community service, and cooperative employee relations. For additional information, please visit www.pricechopper.com.

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