Meijer LPGA Classic

Submit Your Shoutout: Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Seeks Tournament Fans for 10-Year Celebration Video

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The highly anticipated Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is right around the corner.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The highly anticipated Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is right around the corner.
  • In celebration of its 10th year, the premier golf tournament is calling on past and present spectators, volunteers, sponsors, community partners, and LPGA players to submit memorable tournament moments for potential inclusion in a special 10th anniversary shoutout video.
  • Most recently, the 2023 tournament brought record-setting attendance and volunteer participation, and event organizers anticipate strong attendance again this year.
  • For more information about this year's Meijer LPGA Classic, visit: meijerlpgaclassic.com .

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give 2023 Champion Leona Maguire to Donate $25,000 to Kids' Food Basket

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer has announced it's making a $25,000 donation to Kids' Food Basket in Grand Rapids on behalf of Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Champion Leona Maguire, marking the third consecutive year tournament champions selected the organization for the surprise.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer has announced it's making a $25,000 donation to Kids' Food Basket in Grand Rapids on behalf of Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Champion Leona Maguire, marking the third consecutive year tournament champions selected the organization for the surprise.
  • Both 2022 Champion Jennifer Kupcho and 2021 Champion Nelly Korda chose to give the surprise $25,000 donation to Kids' Food Basket.
  • "It's truly remarkable to witness three consecutive Meijer LPGA Classic champions choose to invest in our Grand Rapids community," said Rick Keyes, President & CEO of Meijer.
  • "At Kids' Food Basket, we believe healthy food should be accessible to all families, which is something the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give also strives for year after year," said Bridget Clark Whitney, President and Founding CEO of Kids' Food Basket.

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Raises $1.25 Million for Food Pantries Across Midwest

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Monday, June 19, 2023
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The 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give raises $1.25 million and names Leona Maguire as its newest Champion.

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  • The 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give raises $1.25 million and names Leona Maguire as its newest Champion.
  • Including this year's event, the Meijer LPGA Classic has generated nearly $10 million for Simply Give.
  • "The Meijer LPGA Classic continues to be guided by the unwavering support of our community," Meijer President & CEO Rick Keyes said.
  • For more information on the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, please visit meijerLPGAclassic.com.

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Continues Emphasis on Diversity and Inclusion

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Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will continue to highlight the retailer's ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion by once again featuring more than a dozen local diverse-owned restaurants at J.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will continue to highlight the retailer's ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion by once again featuring more than a dozen local diverse-owned restaurants at J.
  • "By partnering with diverse restaurants at the Meijer LPGA Classic, we aren't just supporting their founders, we're intentionally helping to grow their communities with the thousands of spectators who attend the tournament."
  • In fact, the 2022 Meijer LPGA Classic set attendance records with more than 60,000 spectators.
  • For more information on the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give or to purchase tickets, please visit meijerLPGAclassic.com.

Paige Crawford Captures THE JOHN SHIPPEN Cognizant Cup

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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CLIFTON, N.J., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paige Crawford of Colorado Springs, Colorado shot a three-over-par 75 to take home THE JOHN SHIPPEN Cognizant Cup.

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  • Crawford cards two birdies enroute to three-over-par 75, earns exemption into Cognizant Founders Cup and first LPGA Tour start
    CLIFTON, N.J., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Paige Crawford of Colorado Springs, Colorado shot a three-over-par 75 to take home THE JOHN SHIPPEN Cognizant Cup.
  • Crawford earns an exemption into the LPGA Tour's Cognizant Founders Cup (May 11 - 14) held at Upper Montclair Country Club in Clifton, New Jersey, the same venue that hosted THE JOHN SHIPPEN Cognizant Cup.
  • Crawford said she is looking forward to the opportunity to play as a sponsor exemption in the Cognizant Founders Cup.
  • THE JOHN SHIPPEN, designed to showcase Black amateur and professional golfers, is named after John Shippen, Jr., who was the first American-born golf professional and also the country's first Black golf professional.

Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg's Returns for Ninth Event

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Monday, May 1, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg's® will return for the ninth time as part of the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give. Registration for the run and walk is now open online.

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  • GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg's® will return for the ninth time as part of the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give.
  • "The best thing about the Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk is you don't have to be an avid runner to participate," said Cathy Cooper, Executive Director of the Meijer LPGA Classic.
  • The 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic will host a full field of 144 of the best female golfers for 72 holes of stroke play over four days of competition.
  • For more information on the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give or to register for the Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg's, please visit meijerLPGAclassic.com .

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Keeps Focus on Family Fun: Discovery Land Additions, Most Affordable Concessions in Professional Sporting Events

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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As a result, this year's tournament will deliver more family fun by bringing back popular attractions, including Discovery Land and the Family Care Area.

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  • As a result, this year's tournament will deliver more family fun by bringing back popular attractions, including Discovery Land and the Family Care Area.
  • The Grand Taste Concessions will also return with the most affordable prices at any professional sporting event nationwide with menu items capped at $4 each.
  • "Meijer is a family company that's committed to meeting the needs of families across the Midwest, and that commitment extends to the Meijer LPGA Classic," said Cathy Cooper, Executive Director of the Meijer LPGA Classic.
  • The Meijer LPGA Classic Family Care Areas will be expanded this year to two on-course locations for nursing mothers and parents.

Tickets Available Now for the 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

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Monday, April 10, 2023
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will once again welcome families, foodies, and golf fans from across the Midwest to Grand Rapids, Mich. for an elevated tournament experience June 15-18 at Blythefield Country Club. In fact, tournament officials announced today plans to expand the notably food-focused event's culinary offerings at this year's event as it continues its mission of feeding families in need through the retailer's Simply Give program.

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  • Brewer's is returning to the course offering a premium all-you-can-eat meal experience curated by Meijer chefs and local restaurants right off the 4th fairway.
  • The 2023 Meijer LPGA Classic will host a full field of 144 of the best female golfers for 72 holes of stroke play over four days of competition.
  • In total, the eight tournaments combined have generated more than $8.65 million for the Meijer Simply Give hunger relief program.
  • For more information on the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, please visit meijerLPGAclassic.com.

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give to Donate $25,000 to Kids' Food Basket on Behalf of Champion Jennifer Kupcho After Record-Setting Community Support

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Aug. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer is pleased to announce that it's making a $25,000 donation to Kids' Food Basket in Grand Rapids for the second consecutive year on behalf of Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Champion Jennifer Kupcho.

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  • In 2021, Champion Nelly Korda also elected to give the surprise $25,000 donation to Grand Rapids-based Kids' Food Basket.
  • Beyond the tournament's $1.25 million donation to Simply Give, the 2022 Meijer LPGA Classic also set attendance records with more than 60,000 spectators and 1,000 volunteers throughout the week.
  • Kupcho chose to support Kids' Food Basket as a thank you to her host family, who have a special tie to the organization.
  • We are so inspired by and grateful for this incredible gift from Jennifer Kupcho," said Bridget Clark Whitney, President and Founding CEO of Kids' Food Basket.

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Raises Record-Setting $1.25 Million for Food Pantries Across Midwest

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Monday, June 20, 2022
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Tournament officials proudly announced the event generated $1.25 million for the Meijer Simply Give program, surpassing its already increased goal .

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  • Tournament officials proudly announced the event generated $1.25 million for the Meijer Simply Give program, surpassing its already increased goal .
  • Including this year's event, the Meijer LPGA Classic has generated $8.65 million for Simply Give.
  • "On behalf of Meijer and everyone at the tournament, we congratulate our newest Champion Jennifer Kupcho," said Cathy Cooper, Executive Director of the Meijer LPGA Classic.
  • With hunger as a corporate philanthropic focus, Meijer partners with hundreds of food banks and pantries through its Simply Give and food rescue programs.