In conjunction with the International Coastal Cleanup, Meijer is sponsoring two Adopt-a-Beach cleanup events on Sept. 17 and is encouraging public participation to help clean local beaches and keep plastic out of the Great Lakes. “We’re lucky to live in the beautiful Great Lakes, which is synonymous with summertime visits to the beach,” said Erik Petrovskis, director […]
Category: Meijer
Meijer, a renowned supercenter chain, was established in 1934 by Hendrik Meijer in Greenville, Michigan. The company stands as a pioneer in the supercenter concept, integrating grocery and general merchandise under one roof.
With a commitment to offering a wide range of products, the company operates multiple locations across the Midwest, serving customers in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Wisconsin. As of 2023, the chain continues to expand its footprint, providing a convenient shopping experience for customers looking for groceries, household essentials, electronics, apparel, and more.
Meijer distinguishes itself by focusing on customer satisfaction, offering quality products at competitive prices, and implementing innovations in retail, such as pioneering the “one-stop shopping” concept. The chain’s dedication to community engagement, including philanthropy and local initiatives, has made Meijer a beloved destination for customers seeking variety, convenience, and affordability in their shopping experience.
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Meijer Introduces New Grocery Store Concept
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer introduced a new brick-and-mortar store concept Sept. 1 – coined Meijer Grocery – that will provide convenience for customers seeking a simplified shopping experience, while providing communities easier access to fresher foods. The first two Meijer Grocery stores will open in early 2023 in neighborhoods within southeast Michigan’s Orion and Macomb […]
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Meijer Expands General Merchandise, Apparel Supplier Event
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has begun seeking submissions from local and diverse-owned businesses for its Supplier Diversity event focusing on general merchandise and apparel. Vendors must provide video submissions, describing their brand and products, by Sept. 18 to be considered for the virtual event this fall. “While we’ve made great strides to ensure our vendors represent our […]
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Meijer Launches Drones To Clean Great Lake Beaches, Waterways
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is participating in the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup Program with the use of two pieces of technology – the BeBot and Pixie Drone – to clean up the beaches and waterways in partnership with the Council of the Great Lakes Region. This initiative is supporting the single largest deployment of these types of eco-friendly […]
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Meijer Launches Crafted Market Heat-And-Eat Meals
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has launched its new line of restaurant-style, single-serve Crafted Market by Meijer heat-and-eat meals, available in the deli section of all stores. “We have a long history of centering convenience and quality in our deli experience for our customers, so expanding our ready-to-heat options just makes sense,” said Marlys Roberts, merchandising director of […]
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Meijer Donates $25K On Behalf Of LPGA Classic Champion Kupcho
Meijer has announced a $25,000 donation to Kids’ Food Basket in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on behalf of Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Champion Jennifer Kupcho. This donation supports a tradition that started last year to support a hunger relief program of the champion’s choice. In 2021, Champion Nelly Korda also elected to give the $25,000 donation to Grand Rapids-based Kids’ Food Basket. “It speaks […]
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Meijer Golf Tournament Raises $1.25M For Food Organization
Meijer held its 2022 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give June 16-19 at the Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Michigan. Jennifer Kupcho won the event, which surpassed its increased fundraising goal. Tournament officials announced the event generated $1.25 million for the Meijer Simply Give program, surpassing its increased goal. This donation will help stock the shelves of 262 food pantries the retailer […]
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Meijer Celebrates 60 Years Of Innovation
Sixty years ago, Hendrik and Fred Meijer pioneered the American supercenter when they opened a store in Grand Rapids, Michigan, called “Thrifty Acres.” 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 improving the shopping experience and supporting community […]