May 13, 2025 – Friends of the Walkway, an independent nonprofit partner of New York State Parks, welcomes Chestnut Market as a corporate partner in 2025.  The family-owned convenience store chain will sponsor several major Walkway events, including the Mayfest Farmers and Makers Market on May 24-26.

“Chestnut Market and the Jamal family have been longtime supporters of Friends of the Walkway, and we’re thrilled to have them as an annual partner,” said Lori Robertson, Executive Director, Friends of the Walkway.  “Together, we’ll be able to make a tangible, positive impact on all the people that utilize Walkway Over the Hudson and the communities of Poughkeepsie, Highland, and beyond.”

Chestnut Market operates 75 locations in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Their values, friendliness, cleanliness and safety, attest to their commitment of making an impact to the communities that they serve across the Hudson Valley and beyond. Each store is curated to meet the demands of customers. They form strategic partnerships ranging from local collaborations to high-tech solutions and offer a wide selection of snacks, beverages and fresh food options. Fuel brands include Exxon, Mobil, Shell and BP.

“Sponsoring Friends of the Walkway allows us to support Walkway Over the Hudson – a space where neighbors, families, and visitors come together, just like our stores do every day,” said Faheem Jamal, Director of C-Store Operations, Chestnut Market. “We’re proud to help keep this iconic landmark thriving for all to enjoy.”

As a premier sponsor of the Mayfest Farmers and Makers Market on May 24-26 at Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie, representatives of Chestnut Market will be on-site helping attendees access great discounts at their stores by downloading their new mobile app. Customers that download the Chestnut Market app save on fuel and earn points to get free items. New members save 20 cents per gallon on their first fill up and at least 3 cents per gallon every day after that. The app is loaded with member exclusive pricing, sweepstakes, and fun ways to save on their favorite items at Chestnut Market.

Tickets for Mayfest are on sale now.  For complete information, visit walkway.org/mayfest.

The support of Chestnut Market directly benefits beloved Walkway events, programs, volunteers, and more. It stands as a leading example of how dedicated community members can partner with the Friends of the Walkway to creatively impact the more than 625,000 people that cross the span each year.  For additional information about available opportunities, visit walkway.org/partnership.

Originally published by Friends of the Walkway.