In 2021, FMI - the Food Industry Association proclaimed the first National Supermarket Employee Day to celebrate Supermarket Heroes with the national recognition they deserve. The first observance garnered the participation of nearly every type and level of FMI membership around the world. Additionally, eleven states issued proclamations. Media coverage also shared local and national stories spotlighting events around the country.
The National Day Calendar approved National Supermarket Employee Day in 2022 to be observed on February 22nd, annually.