Meijer Promo Celebrates 85th Birthday

Meijer is celebrating 85 years in business with a 85-cent price promotion this week.

From Sept. 27-28, thousands of select items at Meijer stores will be on sale for various prices that end in 85 cents, ranging from 85 cents up to $39.85.

Grand Rapid, Mich.-based Meijer traces its history to 1934, when Hendrik Meijer opened Meijer's North Side Grocery in Greenville, Mich., after purchasing $338.76 worth of merchandise on credit. The family-owned retailer today operates 246 stores across the Midwest, pioneering the "one-stop shopping" concept to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, along with pharmacies, apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics. 

"When my grandfather and dad opened their grocery store 85 years ago, they set themselves apart right from the start with a focus on their customers and an eye for innovation," said CEO Hank Meijer. "That focus gave the little grocery store a future. We are thankful for our customers who helped us along the way because without them, we would not be here."

The 85-year celebration promotion includes more than 4,000 items, including True Goodness Organic baby food and pouches; Meijer fresh whole chicken; apple cider; red, yellow or orange bell peppers; Pennzoil Platinum full synthetic oil; American Greetings cards; and Xbox One consoles.