GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The world’s only rock & roll nutrition show Jump with Jill is poised to rock schools across the Midwest this spring thanks to the efforts of the Produce for Kids campaign hosted by Meijer. In the fall of 2017, participating produce suppliers raised enough funds to provide Jump with Jill at no cost to 25 schools this spring in the following areas:
Grand Chute, WI
Howard, WI
Valparaiso, IN
Warren, MI
“Our partnership with Produce for Kids allows us to better educate our customers about the importance of making healthy food choices,” Meijer Community Partnerships and Giving Senior Director Cathy Cooper said. “We’re extending the reach of Meijer Health and Wellness initiatives by supporting Jump with Jill and its mission to educate kids about good nutrition.”
Created by a Registered Dietitian and musician, Jump with Jill approaches nutrition education with catchy songs and upbeat dance moves to engage kids on the subject of health. Students leave the assembly empowered to eat better.
Mejier offers a gorgeous and affordable selection of fruits and vegetables. Produce for Kids provides easy, fun and inspiring recipes that feature Meijer produce. The produce suppliers making this tour possible are Avocados From Mexico, Dole, Earthbound Farm, Green Giant Fresh, Highline Mushrooms, Marzetti, SUNSET and Stemilt Grower’s Lil Snappers kid size fruit. United against junk food, we will be victorious!
About Jump with Jill
Now in it’s 11th year, the world’s only rock & roll nutrition show Jump with Jill uses singable anthems to transform nutrition education into a live concert. Created by a Registered Dietitian and professional musician, Jump with Jill gets students moving and learning about health in a way they will never forget. The Emmy-nominated nutrition education program has been performed all over the world for more than a million kids. Find this press release and high resolution images at www.jumpwithjill.com/meijer-press/.
About Meijer
Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates 235 supercenters and grocery stores throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. A privately-owned and family-operated company since 1934, Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, pet departments, garden centers, toys and electronics. For additional information on Meijer, please visit www.meijer.com. Follow Meijer on Twitter @twitter.com/Meijer and @twitter.com/meijerPR or become a fan at www.facebook.com/meijer.
About Produce for Kids®
Produce for Kids® believes in creating a healthier generation. As a cause marketing organization, Produce for Kids creates programs that provide easy, fun, and inspiring recipes. Since its creation in 2002 by Shuman Produce Inc., Produce for Kids has raised more than $6.4 million to charities that support children and families. To learn more about Produce for Kids and healthy eating, visit www.produceforkids.com, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest or Instagram.
Source: Produce for Kids®
