GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Midwestern retailer Meijer announced Tuesday an ambitious goal to reduce absolute carbon emissions by 50% by 2025. Rooted in the company’s mission to be a good neighbor, Meijer integrates environmental sustainability into daily operations and is committed to continual improvement through smart decisions and innovations that benefit customers and the broader
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer Inc.’s guiding philosophy is the “virtuous cycle,” meaning it turns growth and profitability into community investments. Its communities in turn thrive and boost business at Meijer, perpetuating the cycle. “When we invest in our communities and customers and give them popular offerings, whether digital shopping or locally produced items or
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— The Environmental Protection Agency has honored Meijer for the environmental performance and energy efficiency of its freight supply chain with two SmartWay Excellence Awards. “We appreciate the EPA’s continued support of our innovation and commitment to reducing our carbon footprint,” said Tom McCall, vice president of logistics for Meijer. “At Meijer, we believe
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer is ready to administer COVID-19 booster shots to eligible patients – regardless of where they received their original vaccine series – at all its pharmacies across the Midwest, the company said Thursday. “We’ve come a long way these past 18 months, but in order to continue on that path and
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer pharmacists are urging patients to get their flu shots early this year. “We know many people are tired of hearing about vaccines right now,” said Jackie Morse, Meijer vice president of pharmacy. “However, COVID-19 is still a real concern and if people come down with the seasonal flu on top
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer has introduced a new online custom cake ordering system that promises to save bakery customers an extra trip to the store. “With school just getting started and so many birthdays taking place in September, parents need all the help they can get, which is why we’re pleased to offer this
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As an increasing number of colleges and universities set COVID-19 vaccination mandates for their students, faculty and staff for the fall semester, Meijer announced Monday that it will provide college students with a $10 coupon off any purchase when they complete the vaccination process at a Meijer store. “Returning to campus is a
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer said it will host a supplier diversity product presentation event in September, giving Michigan businesses owned by Black, Indigenous and people of color the opportunity to showcase their offerings for interested Meijer merchants. The event will leverage the retailer’s partnership with Start Garden, a Grand Rapids-based business incubator focused on empowering start-ups through financial, intellectual
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer was named a 2021 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to championing a culture of dignity and respect for its team members. This recognition comes from the 2021 Disability Equality Index (DEI), which is a unique, joint initiative of Disability:IN and the American Association of People with
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer reported two new trends are emerging in customers’ spring cleaning habits after spending 14 months at home and now considering inviting houseguests in as more people get vaccinated – a balance between natural and disinfecting products and kitchen organization. “We saw our customers focus on home cleaning in a big
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The 2021 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will draw the world’s best golfers to Grand Rapids once again with early commitments from top LPGA players, including defending champion Brooke Henderson. Former champions Lexi Thompson, Sei Young Kim and Mirim Lee will join Henderson in the field, alongside the other big names on tour. “We’re excited to see so many familiar
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer is encouraging customers to get vaccinated by offering a $10 coupon to anyone who gets their shots, the retailer said Wednesday. Eligible customers vaccinated at a Meijer store will receive a coupon good for $10 off any purchase. The retailer is also offering coupons worth $10 off a purchase of