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

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Monday, June 19, 2023

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

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

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 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

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

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

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.

Protiviti Congratulates Golf Brand Ambassador Jennifer Kupcho on Victory at LPGA Meijer Classic

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022

MENLO PARK, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Protiviti golf brand ambassador and professional golfer Jennifer Kupcho won her second tournament of the 2022 season after a two-hole playoff win in the LPGA Meijer Classic last Sunday at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Michigan. After the final 18 holes, Kupcho sealed her win by making back-to-back birdies in a three-way playoff to defeat LPGA pros Nelly Korda and Leona Maguire.

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  • MENLO PARK, Calif., June 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Protiviti golf brand ambassador and professional golfer Jennifer Kupcho won her second tournament of the 2022 season after a two-hole playoff win in the LPGA Meijer Classic last Sunday at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Michigan.
  • "We're thrilled for Jen on her exciting win at the LPGA Meijer Classic," said Joseph Tarantino, president and CEO, Protiviti.
  • "I'm so excited to capture my second victory this year and cannot thank Protiviti enough for their continued support on and off the golf course," said Jennifer Kupcho.
  • For more information about Protiviti's golf brand ambassador program, the firm's sponsorship of Jennifer Kupcho (LPGA) and Matt Fitzpatrick (PGA) and for photos and video interviews with the players, please visit www.protiviti.com/golf .

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

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.

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Raises Tournament Goal to $1.2M to Feed Families in Need

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Monday, May 2, 2022

To kick off its efforts to meet their new goal, tournament officials announced a $25,000 donation to the retailer's signature hunger relief program, Simply Give .

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  • To kick off its efforts to meet their new goal, tournament officials announced a $25,000 donation to the retailer's signature hunger relief program, Simply Give .
  • That's why we put such an emphasis on providing the best culinary experience at the Meijer LPGA Classic in support of our cause of feeding our neighbors in need," Keyes said.
  • As the tournament approaches, officials suggest downloading the free Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give tournament app to enhance spectators' on-course experience.
  • Beginning in 2014, Blythefield is honored to host the Meijer LPGA Classic.

Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Seeks 1,000+ Volunteers for Full-Scale Summer Event

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Wednesday, March 30, 2022

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., March 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Back for its eighth year, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is once again looking for more than 1,000 volunteers to support what has become a premier event on the LPGA Tour. The 2022 tournament will return June 13-19 at Blythefield Country Club to a full-scale volunteer program while also maintaining the reduced volunteer fee of $30 that was introduced last year.

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  • The Meijer LPGA Classic is seeking more than 1,000 volunteers to fill roles on 20 different committees, including Standard Bearers, Discovery Land, Transportation and full-scale Hospitality.
  • The tournament will also includea "General Volunteer" position that gives volunteers the opportunity to experience different aspects of the event.
  • "I'm proud to be able to help out at this event that supports local food pantries in our community through Simply Give," said Brandi Van Leeuwen, Meijer LPGA Classic volunteer and Meijer team member.
  • We could not put on this event without it and our dedicated volunteers," said Cathy Cooper, Executive Director of the Meijer LPGA Classic.