Aramark has received three awards for its commitment to supporting individuals, businesses and inclusive procurement practices in communities across the United States.
From expanding educational access to investing in local community suppliers, the awards affirm the group's efforts to create meaningful impact through its programs and partnerships.
Aramark’s IN2WORK program and IN2(the)FUTURE scholarships programs were selected for the Irving Innovation Award from Scholarship America.
The award recognizes initiatives that demonstrate exceptional focus on students as well as innovative approaches to accessibility and engagement.
IN2WORK provides educational opportunities to individuals impacted by the justice system and their families, helping to break cycles of incarceration and build stronger futures.
This recognition highlights the power of partnerships in expanding access to education and opportunity.
“We are honored to receive the Innovation Award, which affirms the transformative impact IN2WORK and IN2(the)FUTURE are having on the lives of our graduates and their families pre- and post-release,” says Nicole McVaugh, Director of IN2WORK. “More people than ever are applying - proof that our mission is connecting and creating real change.
The Small Business Impact Champion and Corporation of the Year for Inclusive Sourcing Practices awards reflect our mission to leverage the power of supply chain to serve communities
As we scale our impact even further, we stay focused on what matters—empowering individuals to shape their futures with confidence and purpose.”
Aramark has also been named a Small Business Impact Champion by Supplier.io, in recognition of its significant contributions to job creation, wages, and community growth through procurement spend with small businesses across the U.S.
The designation is featured in Supplier.io’s Small Business Impact Report, which was released on November 11, and showcases the integrated catering and facilities services provider's role in supporting small business success nationwide.
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The National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has also named Aramark as its 2025 Corporation of the Year in Revenue Band 2 for inclusive supplier practices.
The award places Aramark among an elite group of past honorees including Toyota, Disney, Macy’s, and Hilton - also confirming the company's leadership in working with small and underserved businesses.
“The Small Business Impact Champion and Corporation of the Year for Inclusive Sourcing Practices awards reflect our mission to leverage the power of supply chain to serve communities with purpose and partnership,” says Natily Santos, Vice President for Responsible Sourcing at Aramark. “We’re honored to be recognized and remain committed to creating opportunities that make a lasting difference.”
