News Summary
The Grand Rapids Griffins, in partnership with Comerica Bank and Kids’ Food Basket, have started a food drive to address childhood food insecurity in West Michigan. Running from September 22 to November 1, 2025, the initiative encourages local community members to donate specified non-perishable food items at various Comerica banking centers. Participants can earn tickets for future Griffins games as an incentive to contribute to this important cause, aimed at assisting over 41,000 affected children in the state.
Grand Rapids Launches Food Drive to Combat Childhood Food Insecurity
The Grand Rapids Griffins have teamed up with Comerica Bank and Kids’ Food Basket to launch a food drive aimed at combating childhood food insecurity in West Michigan. The initiative started on September 22, 2025, and will continue until November 1, 2025. Community members are encouraged to donate various food items at participating Comerica banking centers located across Grand Rapids and Muskegon.
Food Donation Details
Donation sites include 11 Comerica banking centers spread throughout communities such as Grand Rapids, Grandville, Kentwood, Muskegon, Muskegon Heights, North Muskegon, and Norton Shores. The food drive is focusing on specific non-perishable items, which can include:
- Fruit cups or pouches
- Pretzels
- Pudding cups
- Cheese crackers
- Meat sticks
- Cheerios
Community members are requested to refrain from donating canned goods or items that need heating.
Incentives for Participation
A notable aspect of this food drive is the incentive offered to participants. For every five food items donated, individuals will receive a ticket voucher redeemable for a future Grand Rapids Griffins game. This strategy aims to motivate more people to contribute towards addressing food insecurity.
Background on Food Insecurity in Michigan
Food insecurity is a pressing issue in Michigan, affecting over 1.42 million residents statewide. Among this population, more than 41,000 children under the age of 18 in specific counties are identified as impacted by this crisis. The food drive is a concerted effort to alleviate some of these challenges faced by children and families in the region.
Long-standing Community Partnership
This event marks the third consecutive year that Comerica and the Grand Rapids Griffins have collaborated to support Kids’ Food Basket, a dedicated organization that has been working for over 23 years to reduce childhood hunger and improve access to nutritious food. Bob Kaser, vice president of broadcasting for the Griffins, has expressed optimism regarding the success of the food drive, owing to the community’s strong commitment to assisting those in need.
Final Collection Announcement
The grand total of food donations collected will be revealed at the Griffins game on November 2, 2025, at Van Andel Arena, highlighting the community’s collective efforts and commitment to fighting food insecurity among children.
As the food drive progresses, community members are encouraged to contribute and support this noble cause, emphasizing the importance of community engagement in addressing pressing societal issues.
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Additional Resources
- WOOD TV: Earn Free Griffins Tickets by Donating Food to Kids’ Food Basket
- PR Newswire: Comerica Bank and Grand Rapids Griffins to Help Score Goal of Reducing Food Insecurity in West Michigan
- Fox 17: Food Donations Can Score You a Discount to a Grand Rapids Griffins Game
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Food Insecurity
- Google Search: Childhood Food Insecurity Michigan
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