GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer here this month launched a holiday donation program to benefit 185 local food pantries in the communities where its stores are based, according to Hank Meijer, co-chairman and chief executive officer. Meijer customers participate in the "Simply Give" program by purchasing a $10 Meijer Food Pantry Donation Card at special displays throughout the store, as well as inside Meijer gas stations and convenience stops. The $10 amount reflects a typical bag of groceries at Meijer. The donation cards purchased by Meijer customers will then be converted into Meijer gift cards and given to the local food pantry selected by each store. In addition to the gift cards donated by Meijer customers, Meijer will donate $100,000 in gift cards to help the participating food pantries stock their shelves for the holiday season. Meijer's $100,000 gift will be divided among the participating food pantries.
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