GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. — Meijer plans to launch a special art collection in stores across the Midwest in 2023, featuring art by local artists inspired by diverse outlooks and communities. The retailer is encouraging artists to submit their artwork for consideration by Nov. 7.
"At Meijer, we want our products and business partners to reflect our communities, customers and team members," said Peter Whitsett, Meijer executive vice president of merchandising and marketing. "That's what makes this collection so special. Our customers will see perspectives both similar to and different from their own reflected through art on products they can bring into their homes."
Artists who live in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin are encouraged to submit art inspired by the cultural categories below. Meijer will then select artwork to be featured on products, including stationery and home decor, and sold in celebration of the following cultural events beginning in 2023:
- Black History Month
- Women's History Month
- Pride Month
- Hispanic Heritage Month
Artists can also submit locally-inspired art to be included in the collection. Sales from the collection will benefit nonprofit organizations. Selected artists will receive a monetary prize and partner with Meijer to identify nonprofits to benefit from the sales of the products.
"We're excited to support local artists by offering a platform for their work to reach thousands of customers and homes across the Midwest," said Tim Williams, Meijer vice president of diversity & inclusion.
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