As the highly anticipated grand opening of Wegmans Norwalk approaches on July 23, excitement is building across Fairfield County. But long before the doors open at the new 92,000-square-foot store, the Wegmans Norwalk team has been laying the groundwork for lasting community connection—supporting local causes, building relationships, and establishing what they hope will become a meaningful and enduring presence in the region.

Wegmans is widely recognized not only for its extensive selection of fresh, high-quality food but also for its longstanding commitment to community. That commitment is already taking root in Norwalk. One of the store’s first gestures of goodwill was a $10,000 donation to Connecticut Foodshare, a statewide nonprofit dedicated to ending hunger in Connecticut. This donation marks the beginning of an ongoing partnership that will include annual customer scan campaigns and weekly donations of unsaleable perishable food once the store opens. 

“Connecticut Foodshare is incredibly thankful to Wegmans for this generous donation,” said Jason Jakubowski, president and CEO of Connecticut Foodshare. “At a time when so many people in our communities are facing increased need, this support will go a long way in helping us provide nutritious food to our neighbors in Fairfield County and across the state who are food insecure.”

Under the leadership of Store Manager Emily Gee, the Wegmans team has spent the past several months actively engaging with the community through volunteer events, meetings and local nonprofit partnerships. “Our goal is to be more than just a grocery store,” explains Gee. “We want to be a true community partner—supporting local needs, lifting up our neighbors, and providing a welcoming place where people come not just to shop, but to connect.”

The Norwalk store will feature all the hallmarks of the Wegmans experience: a European-style open market, an extensive selection of natural and organic products, and a Market Café with made-to-order and prepared meals. The location will employ approximately 500 team members, including many local hires.

With its grand opening on the horizon, Wegmans Norwalk is poised to become a pillar of connection and care, offering not only great food but a heartfelt commitment to sustainability, community partnership and people.

Wegmans Norwalk opens July 23 at 47 Richards Ave. in Norwalk. To learn more about
Wegmans Norwalk and their community initiatives, visit Wegmans.com.