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
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
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
BELMONT, Mich. — In one of the most exciting Meijer LPGA Classics yet, Jennifer Kupcho claimed the title of Champion and the event surpassed its increased fundraising goal to garner $1.25 million to feed families in need. Kupcho joins an illustrious list of past Champions to hoist the crystal on the 18th green of Blythefield Country
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer Inc. noted Tuesday that it was 60 years ago when Hendrik and Fred Meijer opened a store in Grand Rapids called “Thrifty Acres” that pioneered the American supercenter format. “The opening of ‘Thrifty Acres’ in June 1962, was history in the making, although I’m not sure our dad and grandfather realized
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer recently opened two new supercenters in northeast Ohio. Located in Brunswick and Canton, the 155,000-square-foot stores are considered retail anchors in developing communities, the company said in announcing grand openings at both locations. Each supercenter offers consumers a state-of-the-art retail experience that features multiple ways to shop, Meijer said. “These
NEW YORK – Regional supermarket operators Meijer and Bashas’ separately announced they are now accepting online payments by shoppers enrolled in SNAP, the Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program. Meijer said this week it had added the capability at all of its Michigan locations, and would soon extend the service to SNAP shoppers in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois,
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. Meijer announced the return of its Lift Local Supplier Event, giving local businesses across the retailer’s six-state footprint the opportunity
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer pharmacists anticipate collecting three 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
2021 Meijer Legacy Award Winners; Top Row Left to Right: Kevin Hurn, Angel Cuevas, David Le, Carla Hendon. Bottom Row Left to Right: Melissa Tinkham, Robert Ostroff, Kelvin McGill, Jeffrey Marentette. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer announced the winners of its 2021 Legacy Awards, recognizing eight individuals across the Midwest for their impact on their teams,
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 of
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