March 22, 2023 by MMR
Amy Chan, Ben Hamlin, Ben Negron, Carol Bork, Dave Hoover, Erik Petrovskis, executive chairman Hank Meijer, Kyle Musser, Meijer
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, People, Retail News

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced today the winners of its 2022 Legacy Awards, recognizing seven individuals across the company for their impact on their teams, customers and communities. The company also announced recipients of its first-ever Meijer Impact award, which celebrates an exceptional team’s accomplishments and extraordinary acts of service. “While a lot about
February 2, 2023 by MMR
Black History month, Meijer
Leading Headlines, Retail News

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In celebration of Black History Month, Meijer launched a special collection of products featuring the art of three Black Midwestern artists – Dana Powell-Smith, Melina Brann and Shaunt’e Lewis – on products in every Meijer supercenter. The retailer said it will donate 5% of sales from the collection to Urban League affiliates in the artists’
January 16, 2023 by MMR
all-electric semitrucks, Meijer
2023, Issue 01-16-2023, Issues
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer, a retailer that operates one of the largest fleets in Michigan with 250 semitrucks and the first in North America to implement the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2010 near-zero emissions standards in 2009, is once again leading the retail industry by deploying two of the first all-electric semitrucks outside of California.
December 16, 2022 by MMR
Meijer, semitrucks
Leading Headlines, Retail News, Topics

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer, a retailer that operates one of the largest fleets in Michigan with 250 semitrucks and the first in North America to implement the Environmental Protection Agency’s 2010 near-zero emissions standards in 2009, is once again leading the retail industry by deploying two of the first all-electric semitrucks outside of California. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer
December 6, 2022 by MMR
Meijer, Meijer Grocery
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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
November 28, 2022 by MMR
donation, food pantries, Meijer
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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
November 17, 2022 by MMR
Meijer, Meijer CEO Rick Keyes, Rick Keyes, Simply Give
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer will turn customers’ purchases of its own brand products into meals for those in need through its hallmark Simply Give hunger relief program. From November 20 through November 26, the Midwestern retailer will donate one meal to Simply Give food pantries for every customer purchase that includes a food item
September 12, 2022 by MMR
Meijer, Meijer Grocery
2022, Issue 09-12-2022, Issues
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In its latest innovation to provide a shopping solution for every customer, Meijer has introduced Meijer Grocery, a brick-and-mortar store concept and banner offering customers a convenient, simplified shopping experience while providing communities easier access to fresher food. The first two Meijer Grocery stores will open early next year in neighborhoods
September 1, 2022 by MMR
Meijer, Meijer Grocery
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In its latest innovation to provide a shopping solution for every customer, Meijer has introduced a new brick-and-mortar store concept – called Meijer Grocery – that will provide convenience for customers who are looking for a simplified shopping experience, while providing communities easier access to fresher foods. The first two Meijer Grocery stores will
July 20, 2022 by MMR
Disability Equality Index, disability inclusion, Meijer
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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 American
July 13, 2022 by MMR
Meijer, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), Veteran-Friendly Employer (VFE), veterans
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— Meijer achieved Gold-level status as a Veteran-Friendly Employer (VFE) from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA), the company said Wednesday. The retailer was recognized for its commitment to hiring, retaining and supporting military veterans. Meijer is the first retailer to earn the MVAA’s prestigious Gold-level honor as a VFE and is only
July 11, 2022 by MMR
carbon emissions, environment, Meijer, Meijer CEO Rick Keyes, Meijer Inc., wind energy
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Midwestern grocery retailer Meijer Inc. on Monday announced its involvement in a wind energy center that contributes to its renewable energy portfolio and marks a significant move toward meeting its carbon reduction goal. The announcement came just six months after Meijer announced its goal of reducing 50% of its absolute carbon