Impact Award 2025

Stong’s Market Wins 2025 Impact Award for Sustainability Leadership

At Stong’s Market, sustainability is more than a value—it’s a promise. We are proud to share that we’ve been honored with the 2025 Impact Award for our ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and community support. From reducing food waste to promoting ocean-friendly seafood, our initiatives reflect a deep respect for the planet we all share.

🥕 Tackling Food Waste with Purpose

We’ve partnered with the Food Stash Foundation to rescue surplus food nearing expiry and redirect it to local charities and individuals in need. Our recent checkout campaign raised $5,375 to support their mission. Through the Too Good To Go app, we offer customers discounted “Surprise Bags” of unsold food—saving 4,398 meals and preventing nearly 12 metric tonnes of CO₂-equivalent emissions in just one year.

🐟 Championing Sustainable Seafood

Protecting our oceans is a priority. That’s why we work with Ocean Wise and Skipper Otto to ensure the seafood we offer is sustainably harvested and supports local fishing families. These partnerships help preserve marine ecosystems while strengthening our connection to the communities that depend on them.

♻️ Everyday Actions That Matter

We’ve eliminated automatic checkout receipts, printing only when requested and using EcoChit paper to reduce waste. In our café, customers who bring their own reusable tumblers enjoy special discounts—encouraging eco-friendly habits with every visit.

🌱 Looking Forward

Receiving the Impact Award is a proud moment, but it’s just the beginning. As our marketing director Tamsin Carling says, “We have one planet to live and grow food on, so we need to take care of it.” At Stong’s Market, we’re committed to making sustainability part of every business decision—because every choice makes a difference.