Since 1926, Nugget Markets has been committed to supporting local non-profits and causes in our communities through donations, sponsorships, and participation in local and regional events. We also offer a Community Scrip Program so nonprofit organizations can invite their supporters to assist in their fundraising efforts.
We focus on supporting 501(c)(3) nonprofits and educational institutions (K-12) located within our immediate communities. The primary causes we support are:
We support programs and activities that will contribute to the success and sustainability of future generations.
We aspire to contribute to the health, well-being and productivity of our communities and workplace by providing opportunities for others to pursue positive life outcomes.
We strive to reduce our impact on the environment and foster preservation of our agricultural lands.
We aim to inspire philanthropy with our associates, guests, and community to make our communities and world a better place for everyone.
We recently launched an electronic donation, sponsorship, and event participation application platform (June 2022). This online application is the starting point for every donation, sponsorship and event participation request.
We ask that all applications be submitted on the following timelines:
Please note that applications will ONLY be accepted if submitted electronically. We are no longer accepting applications via email or in-person.
Online Sponsorship Application
Repeat requesters: Please note that each request must be created as a “New Request”. If a request is “copied” from the previous year, it will not be reviewed. PLEASE ALWAYS CREATE A NEW APPLICATION REQUEST. Thank you!
It will take approximately 5–10 minutes to complete the online application and you will need your 501(c)(3) number or government tax ID number to apply.
Establish an account by clicking the “Sign Up” button on the upper right-hand corner. Enter your email address and create a password. You will receive an account verification code to complete the set-up of your account. Be sure to save your email and password for future use.
Enter your organization’s name, 501 (c)(3) number or government tax ID number if you are associated with an educational institution. Select your organization.
Please reply to all statements by checking “Yes” or “No”. Press “Submit.” Answers to this quiz will determine if your request meets our community giving criteria.
Choose the store location where you would like to submit your donation request. If applying for a sponsorship or event participation, please choose Nugget Markets’ corporate office. Complete all answers. Press “Next.”
Enter your organization’s 501(c)(3) or tax ID number (this is required), year established, contact information and social media urls. Press “Next.”
Please include all details asked about your donation, sponsorship and/or event participation request. Press “Next.”
If you checked off sponsorship or event participation you will be led to an additional form. Please include all details asked. Press “Submit”
You will receive an email confirming that your application has been received.
We’re excited to partner with you in supporting local nonprofits and youth educational organizations through our Community Scrip Program.
To get started as a participant:
To apply to become a beneficiary organization:
We love connecting with local schools and youth organizations through store tours, which are educational, interactive, and also free of charge! Tours include a visit to every department in our store, where kids get to see and learn behind-the-scenes secrets, like how our bakers make our artisan breads, how our in-house chefs prepare our pizzas, and how our butchers handcraft our sausage.
For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact your local Nugget Markets location.
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