GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The world’s only rock & roll nutrition show Jump with Jill announces a campaign to celebrate the rockstar in your family’s kitchen. The social media-driven photo contest encourages families to share the benefits of enjoying meals together. As an extension of the Jump with Jill Live Tour presented by Meijer, the #FamilyFoodRockstar Photo Contest seeks to recognize family members who prepare nutritious and delicious meals for their family. From Sept. 1 – Oct. 4, 2016, residents of Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin can post pictures of their family shopping, preparing, or cooking a meal with the hashtag #FamilyFoodRockstar for a chance to win a $100 Meijer gift card.
“When families cook at home, the meals tend to be lower in fat and salt, have more fruits and vegetables, and are better portioned,” said Jump with Jill creator Jill Jayne. “But the benefits of family meals are beyond just nutritional. The social and emotional connections kids strengthen with their families when they eat together help kids perform better academically, engage less in high risk behaviors, and reduce their risk for obesity and disordered eating. How could we not get behind encouraging families to make time to eat together?”
“Our goal is to provide simple solutions to help families enjoy home meals more frequently,” said Shari Steinbach, lead dietitian and nutrition manager for Meijer. “Research has shown that family meals have both health and money-saving benefits.”
Families can participate in the contest by following these simple steps:
– Step 1: Get Cookin’ – Make a healthy and delicious dinner. For inspiration, check out the Produce for Kidsand Meijer recipes linked at jumpwithjill.com/FamilyFoodRockstar.
– Step 2: Share a Photo – Capture your family at any phase of the meal preparation process and post to social media using the hashtag #FamilyFoodRockstar
– Step 3: Stay Tuned – Like or follow Jump with Jill to find out if you’ve won. Winners will receive $100 Meijer gift cards. Visit jumpwithjill.com/FamilyFoodRockstar for official rules and eligibility requirements. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY.
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 show empowered to eat better. Mejier offers a gorgeous and affordable selection of fruits and vegetables. The photo contest celebrates families that cook together. United against junk food, we will be victorious.
About Jump with Jill
The world’s only rock & roll nutrition show Jump with Jill uses music and dance to celebrate healthy habits by transforming nutrition education into a live concert. Created by a Registered Dietitian and professional musician, the show uses singable anthems guaranteed to get students moving and learning about healthy habits. Find this press release and high resolution images at www.jumpwithjill.com/meijer-press.
About Meijer
Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based retailer that operates 223 supercenters and grocery stores throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin. As a pioneer of the “one-stop shopping” concept, Meijer stores have evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments, as well as pharmacies, comprehensive apparel departments, garden centers and electronic offerings. 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® is a philanthropically based organization that brings the produce industry together to educate consumers about healthy eating with fresh produce and raise funds for local children’s non-profit organizations. Since its creation in 2002 by Shuman Produce Inc., Produce for Kids has raised more than $5.7 million to benefit kids and families. To learn more about Produce for Kids and healthy eating, visit www.produceforkids.com.
Source: Jump with Jill
