JumpStart
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JumpStart is a convenience store gas station with multiple locations throughout the state of Kansas.[1] There are over 30 established locations with over 500 employees. JumpStart provides multiple gas pumps and contains a variety of foods and drinks inside. Along with fuel, ethanol is offered as an alternative.[2]
History
In 2011, JumpStart was founded in Wichita, Kansas, and is owned by Phil and Cheryl Near.[3] Phil still continues to be the president of JumpStart Stores; Inc.
Phil has a thorough background of working in the fuel industry, he was reported saying in regard to offering ethanol at all of the JumpStart locations, that he viewed it as a moral obligation. He refers to it being what he considers the lord's work. Phil and Cheryl both place their focus on affordability rather than profit.[2]
Products and Services
JumpStart has expanded their selection of products over the course of the years, notably increasing inventory by introducing 435 new snack and candy products in the year 2025.[4]
JumpStart gives consumers opportunities to receive offers through their application on Google Play and the App Store, or in person at any of their participating locations. For individuals who subscribe to their membership, they are given the choice of purchasing a $1 beverage of a size of their choosing. Through using their application and enrolling in their rewards program, consumers have chances to use their personal cellular phone number to receive points; which can then be used in transactions for food, drinks and other rewards currently being offered.[5]
JumpStart provides customer service by having employees greet those entering, and having multiple product options such as foods, drinks, and sweets. Inside each JumpStart is a self-warming shelf holding items such as pizza, burgers and sandwiches. Similarly, is a self-serving drink station with slushies and soft drinks. Throughout the inside of each Jumpstart are also varying brands of snacks and sweets.[6]
Along with these options, JumpStart also sells products such as chargers, first aid materials. chap sticks, and a variety of other products. These are often located inside near the front entrance.
Locations
JumpStart since 2011 has expanded their branches across central Kansas, totaling 46 locations.[7] JumpStart began and was founded in Wichita, Kansas, and has since then established new locations throughout the years. In previous years, specifically in 2023, Phil and Cheryl took the place of a Kwik Shop gas station to create a new JumpStart on Kellog and West St. in Wichita, Kansas.[3]
- Wichita, Kansas (17 locations)
- El Dorado, Kansas: (2 locations)
- Newton, Kansas: (2 locations)
- Halstead, Kansas: (1 location)
- Sedgwick, Kansas: (1 location)
- Haysville, Kansas: (1 location)
- Park City, Kansas: (1 location)
- South Haven, Kansas: (1 location)
- McPherson, Kansas: (1 location)
- Andover, Kansas: (1 location)
- Clearwater, Kansas: (1 location)
- Kechi, Kansas: (1 location)
- Colwich, Kansas: (1 location)
- Mulvane, Kansas: (1 location)
- Towanda, Kansas: (1 location)
- Hutchinson, Kansas: (1 location)
- Inman, Kansas: (1 location)
- Augusta, Kansas: (1 location)
- Abilene, Kansas: (1 location)
- Salina, Kansas: (1 location)
- Great Bend, Kansas: (1 location)
- Hoisington, Kansas: (1 location)
- Florence, Kansas: (1 location)
- Wellington, Kansas: (1 location)
- WaKeeney, Kansas: (1 location)
- Russell, Kansas: (1 location)
- Cheney, Kansas: (1 location)
Notable Actions
JumpStart participates in a partnership with Wichita Habitat for Humanity, the Wichita Metro Crime Commission, and employees attend the annual NACS Leadership Forum to connect with teams from other convenience stores.[8][9][10]
References
- ↑ "Kansas Convenience Store Gas Station". Jump Start Stores. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Hall, Landon (2014-12-29). "Meet the PUMP players: Phil and Cheryl Near, selling ethanol as God's work". Fuel Freedom Foundation. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Rengers, Carrie (12 June 2024). "Gas station to reopen at Kellogg and West, but the original occupants won't be there". The Wichita Eagle. Retrieved 29 October 2026.
- ↑ "#jumpstartrewards | Jump Start Stores, Inc". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ "Kansas Fuel & Convenience Store Savings | Jump Start Rewards". Jump Start Stores. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ "Convenience Store Food and Drinks". Jump Start Stores. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ "Gas Station Near Me | Locations". Jump Start Stores. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ "Honored to be a part of the community and a bright future for a special family. Join us as we work to support housing in our Kansas communities. Visit wichitahabitat.org to see how a donation of your… | Jump Start Stores, Inc". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ "#wichitacrimecommission #jumpstartstores | Jump Start Stores, Inc". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
- ↑ "#jumpstart #nacsleadershipforum #innovation | Jump Start Stores, Inc". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2026-10-30.
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