Stop & Shop Sample Programs Overview

Stop & Shop operates over 375 stores across seven states (Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New York, and New Jersey) and has developed several free sample and promotional initiatives.

The primary free sample initiative mentioned in the source data is the "Free-Days" program, which began as part of a five-year brand repositioning strategy launched at 21 stores in Hartford, Connecticut, in October. This program was later expanded across the Northeast region.

Free-Days Program Details: - Select Friday events at Stop & Shop stores - Free product samples including Chobani yogurt, KIND bars, and Ghirardelli chocolate squares - Requires online enrollment for Stop & Shop Card and app download - Notification sent to app users when Free-Day deals are available - Two-day window to load offers to card via app - Automatic application at checkout with Stop & Shop card scanning - 14-day redemption period for loaded offers

Eligible Products (as of 2019): - Planet oat milk samples - Chobani Gimmies crunch - LÄRABAR samples - KIND bars - Enlightened ice cream samples - Hershey's Gold candy bars - Ghirardelli gourmet chocolate and caramel squares

Requirements: - Must be registered Stop & Shop Card holder - Must download and use the Stop & Shop mobile app - Products limited to available Free-Day stock

The program was positioned as part of Stop & Shop's effort to "surprise and delight customers" and provide "incredible access to hundreds of dollars' worth of digital coupons" according to company statements.

Limitations: - Regional availability only in stated service areas - No information provided on mail-in sample programs - Limited to physical store locations only - Program details based on 2019 information; current status unclear

Sources

1. The Krazy Coupon Lady
2. Living Rich With Coupons
3. Supermarket News