GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer has set January 26 as the opening day for its first two Meijer Grocery stores, which will be located just outside Detroit in Orion Township and Macomb Township. “By opening Meijer Grocery stores, we’re introducing a new way for our customers to shop that provides convenience, value, and the great quality our customers have
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer will donate $1 million – equating to 4 million meals – to food pantries across the Midwest after customers made more than 4 million purchases including Meijer brand items Thanksgiving week. The donation came as a result of the retailer’s recent commitment to provide up to 4 million meals to its signature Simply
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As customers head to Meijer to stock up on ingredients for Thanksgiving entertaining, the Midwest retailer will turn their purchases of Meijer brand products into meals for those in need through its hallmark Simply Give hunger relief program. From Nov. 20-26, Meijer will donate one meal to Simply Give food pantries for every purchase including
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer pharmacies are now administering updated COVID-19 boosters to patients ages 5-11 at each of the retailer’s pharmacies across the Midwest. The retailer took quick action following the CDC’s approval for pediatric boosters last week to continue to help protect the communities it serves. “While life has returned to normal for
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer pharmacists say our new lifestyles – hybrid work routines, classrooms, and after-school activities – combined with lower immunity thresholds means keeping up to date with vaccinations is important as families begin to plan for the holiday season. Pharmacists at the Midwestern retailer suggest scheduling the updated COVID-19 booster, which targets
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer earned the title of Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion from the Disability Equality Index (DEI) for the sixth year in a row, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to championing a culture of dignity and respect for its team members. The DEI is a unique, joint initiative of Disability:IN and the
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Sixty years ago Hendrik and Fred Meijer opened a store in Grand Rapids called “Thrifty Acres” – and pioneered the American supercenter. While that innovative concept has grown into a retail phenomenon, Meijer remains a strong family company that is always committed to its customers and the communities it serves, continuously
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced Monday the return of its Lift Local Supplier Event, giving local businesses across the retailer’s six-state footprint the opportunity to virtually showcase their offerings to Meijer buyers and procurement teams. “Our partnerships with vendors in our footprint allow us to directly impact our local economies,” said Peter Whitsett, Meijer executive
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer pharmacists anticipate collecting 3 tons of unused and potentially harmful prescriptions drugs on Saturday, April 30 during National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. Meijer also collects unused and expired medications year-round through their drug take-back kiosks located near each pharmacy. The retailer is encouraging customers to take advantage of the program that
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will once again welcome families, foodies, and golf fans from across the Midwest to Grand Rapids, Mich.for an elevated tournament experience June 16-19 at Blythefield Country Club. Tickets can be purchased now at meijerLPGAclassic.com. Tournament officials shared plans to add a new ticket, offering access to an elevated hospitality
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced the winners of its 2021 Legacy Awards, recognizing eight individuals across the Midwest for their impact on their teams, customers and communities. The Legacy Awards are the highest recognitions a Meijer team member can receive and feature two categories: the Fred Meijer Award and the President’s Award. “Our team members
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced on Tuesday that it will host its first Sustainability Supplier Summit, giving vendors nationwide the opportunity to showcase their sustainable products – from food to pets to home goods – for Meijer merchants to consider offering on shelves. The event will be held virtually June 20-23 and comes on the heels
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced this week that it will open two new supercenters in Northeast Ohio on April 28. “It’s extremely exciting to continue expanding our presence in Northeast Ohio,” said Tom Wilson, Meijer Regional Vice President. “Over the last 2 years, our store teams have helped families meet unprecedented challenges by providing
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.– Meijer announced Tuesday a donation of $1 million to local affiliates of the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting diverse businesses and communities. The donation will be divided evenly between 17 Chambers across the Midwest. “Our Diversity & Inclusion journey focuses not just on
