GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer has announced the completion of its fifth annual Meijer Team Gives campaign, resulting in $3 million in donations to more than 500 nonprofit organizations across the Midwest. The initiative underscores the retailer’s commitment to strengthening the communities where its 70,000 team members live and work.
Since Meijer Team Gives started in 2021, every Meijer store, distribution center, and supply chain site has had the chance to donate $10,000 each year to a local nonprofit. Team members work together to find organizations that make a difference in their communities and decide how to use the funds. So far, nearly $15 million has been donated to thousands of nonprofits through the program.
“Meijer Team Gives is one of our team’s favorite programs because it lets us play a lead role in supporting non-profits that are doing amazing work in our communities,” said Brian Dunigan, store director at the Meijer in Youngstown, Ohio. “Inspiring generosity and building stronger communities is at the core of our values, and Meijer Team Gives invites every team member to play an active role in identifying and supporting the organizations that matter most to them.”
This year’s campaign continues that legacy, with team members choosing either one organization to receive a $10,000 donation or two to receive $5,000 each. The donations supported a diverse array of causes, including food security, youth programs, animal welfare, and healthcare initiatives.
“Our organization is deeply honored to have been selected as a recipient of a generous donation from Meijer as we rely solely on the support of donations to continue our mission of rescuing and caring for dogs in need,” said Cheri Wallace, co-director of Every Dog Matters Rescue in Northeast Ohio. “This gift from Meijer not only helps us continue our work but also reminds us of the invaluable role our community partners play in making rescue possible. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our community for their continued generosity and support.”
Meijer highlighted that the success of Meijer Team Gives showcases the enthusiasm and compassion of its employees, who continue to create meaningful, lasting change across the region. The program remains a key part of the company’s broader community investment strategy, through which Meijer donates at least 6% of its annual profit to local causes.
