Meijer's Fifth Annual Team Gives Campaign Donates $3 Million to Local Nonprofits

Meijer’s Fifth Annual Team Gives Campaign Boosts Local Nonprofits

Meijer recently concluded its fifth annual Team Gives campaign, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to community strengthening. The retailer proudly reported a remarkable achievement of donating $3 million to over 500 local nonprofits across the Midwest. This initiative reaffirmed Meijer's fundamental values of generosity, collaboration, and community empowerment.

Since the campaign began in 2021, Meijer has allowed each store, distribution center, and supply chain location the opportunity to contribute $10,000 every year to a nonprofit organization within their respective communities. Team members actively engage in selecting local organizations that make a tangible impact in their neighborhoods, with nearly $15 million contributed so far.

Brian Dunigan, Store Director at Youngstown, Ohio, highlighted the significance of the program, stating, “Meijer Team Gives is one of our favorite programs because it lets us play a lead role in supporting nonprofits that are doing amazing work in our communities. Inspiring generosity and building stronger communities is at the core of our values.” Moreover, team members are empowered to decide where every dollar goes, allowing for grassroots connections between Meijer locations and the nonprofits they support.

The impact of Meijer Team Gives is felt across various sectors, supporting organizations from community food banks and youth centers to healthcare programs and animal rescues. For instance, Cheri Wallace, co-director of Every Dog Matters Rescue in Northeast Ohio, expressed gratitude for receiving funds from Meijer: “This gift not only helps us continue our work but also reminds us of the invaluable role our community partners play in making rescue possible.” This reflects a larger trend where corporate giving focuses not only on financial support but also on the relationships built with local communities.

The campaign not only serves as a funding vector but also fosters employee engagement, allowing Meijer team members to take pride in contributing to meaningful causes. The role of each team member is emphasized, as they choose organizations that resonate with them personally or respond to pressing community needs. The continued collaboration between Meijer and local nonprofits illustrates a robust model of corporate social responsibility.

Looking ahead, Meijer remains committed to effecting positive change in the communities it serves. The ongoing successes of the Team Gives campaign are a testament to the passion and dedication of Meijer’s 70,000+ team members, who strive to make lasting differences throughout the Midwest.

As a privately owned, family-operated retailer, Meijer passionately follows the ethos of serving its communities. Offering a wide range of products in over 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express locations, they continue to prioritize not only the shopping experience for customers but also their role in community engagement and philanthropy. Meijer is known for its commitment to donating at least 6% of its profits annually towards local community strengthening initiatives.

For further information about the Meijer Team Gives campaign and to see how you can make a difference in your community, visit Meijer's newsroom for updates and stories of impact. The ongoing commitment to community improvement makes Meijer not only a retailer but also a vital community partner in the Midwest.