Comerica Bank and Grand Rapids Griffins to Help Score Goal of Reducing Food Insecurity in West Michigan

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Comerica Bank (NYSE:CMA) and the Grand Rapids Griffins have announced their third annual community food drive benefiting Kids' Food Basket (KFB) to combat food insecurity in West Michigan. The initiative runs from September 22 through November 1, 2025, allowing community members to donate specific food items at eleven Comerica banking centers across West Michigan.

The campaign addresses a critical need, as over 41,000 children face food insecurity in Ottawa, Allegan, Muskegon, and Kent counties. For every five items donated, supporters will receive a ticket voucher to a future Grand Rapids Griffins game. The drive specifically seeks donations of fruit cups, pretzels, pudding cups, cheese crackers, meat sticks, and cheerios.

Six-Week Community Food Drive to benefit Kids' Food Basket

DETROIT, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank and the Grand Rapids Griffins are teaming up over the next six weeks to help score Kids' Food Basket's (KFB) goal of reducing food insecurity among children and families in the community with nourishing and healthy food. The community food drive begins Monday, Sept. 22 and lasts through Saturday, Nov. 1, and the public can participate by donating requested food items at participating Comerica banking centers in the West Michigan region.

"Kids' Food Basket makes a difference in West Michigan every day through its passionate commitment to reduce childhood hunger and support families in our communities," said Debra Hanes, Comerica Bank Senior Vice President and Retail Regional Director. "Our partnership with the Grand Rapids Griffins illustrates how teamwork focused on a mission to help uplift others can profoundly impact the outreach of purpose-driven organizations like Kids' Food Bank and strengthen its ability to serve those in need."

This is the third year Comerica and the Grand Rapids Griffins have joined forces to support Kids' Food Basket, and this year's drive continues both the bank's and the Griffins' commitment to supporting philanthropic initiatives designed to empower and positively impact the community.

"With an incredibly meaningful mission, Kids' Food Basket partnered with Comerica continues to have a remarkable impact on West Michigan kids and their families," said Bob Kaser, vice president of broadcasting for the Griffins and board member for KFB. "Couple that with Griffins fans who share our organization's passion for doing good in the community, and we anticipate what will be a highly successful food drive."

Donations and Grand Rapids Griffins Tickets
The Comerica and Grand Rapids Food Drive is seeking donations for Kids' Food Basket's Wish List that includes any brand of fruit cups or pouches, pretzels, pudding cups, cheese crackers, meat sticks and cheerios. KFB is kindly asking community members to avoid donating canned goods or any item that requires heat preparation.

For every five donated items, supporters will receive a ticket voucher to a future Grand Rapids Griffins game.

Commitment to Reducing Childhood Food Insecurity
According to The Annie E. Casey Foundation, over 1.42 million people in Michigan are food insecure and more than 41,000 children under the age of 18 face food insecurity in Ottawa, Allegan, Muskegon and Kent counties.

Kids' Food Basket, for the past 23 years, has been driven to transform the communities it supports by developing customized programs and initiatives that break down barriers to accessible and nourishing food.

"This year, we are serving more meals than ever before as the need increases in our community," said KFB VP of Philanthropy Tamara VanderArk-Potter. "This partnership between Comerica, the Griffins and KFB is a hat trick of an opportunity where local kids win."

Comerica Donation Locations
Community members can drop off donations at eleven Comerica banking centers in seven West Michigan communities, including:

Grand Rapids

• Campau Square: 99 Monroe Ave. NW; Grand Rapids, MI 49503
• Cascade: 6511 28th Street SE; Grand Rapids, MI 49546
• Four Mile-Alpine: 857 Four Mile Rd; Grand Rapids, MI 49544
• Plainfield: 4065 Plainfield Ave. NE; Grand Rapids, MI 49525

Grandville

• Grandville: 4480 Wilson Ave; Grandville, MI 49418

Kentwood

• 52nd-Kalamazoo: 5135 Kalamazoo SE; Kentwood, MI 49508
• Woodland Mall: 3215 28th Street SE; Kentwood, MI 49512

Muskegon

• Eastside-Muskegon: 2133 E. Apple Ave; Muskegon, MI  49442

Muskegon Heights

• Muskegon Heights: 2730 Sanford; Muskegon Heights, MI 49444

North Muskegon

• Northside: 414 Center St; North Muskegon, MI 49445

Norton Shores

• Norton Shores: 875 W. Norton Ave; Norton Shores, MI 49441

About Comerica Bank
Comerica Bank, a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated, has served Michigan longer than any other bank with a continuous presence dating back over 175 years to its Detroit founding in 1849. It is the largest bank employer in metro Detroit and has approximately 4,300 employees (FTE as of 12/31/24) statewide. With one of the largest banking center networks in Michigan, Comerica nurtures lifelong relationships with unwavering integrity and financial prudence. Comerica positively impacts the lives of Michigan residents by helping customers be successful, providing financial support that assists hundreds of charitable organizations, and actively participating in Detroit's downtown revitalization. Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company strategically aligned by three business segments: The Commercial Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth Management. Follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Comerica, X: @ComericaBank and Instagram: @comerica_bank.

About Grand Rapids Griffins
The two-time Calder Cup champion Grand Rapids Griffins are proud members of the American Hockey League and the primary affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings. The bedrock of Sports Business Journal's No. 1-ranked minor league market for 2019, the Griffins make their home at the world-renowned Van Andel Arena and are embarking on their 30th season as one of the premier franchises in sports. They have sent 214 players on to the National Hockey League since their inception and helped produce 21 Stanley Cup champions. Visit griffinshockey.com.

About Kids' Food Basket
Kids' Food Basket (KFB) was founded to nourish children to reach their full potential. We are a community-based food equity nonprofit serving our West Michigan neighbors in Kent, Muskegon, Ottawa and Allegan counties who are under-resourced and impacted by poverty and food insecurity. Services include flagship Sack Supper program, sustainable farming, community food distribution and educational programming. Kids' Food Basket is now serving about 11,000 hundred daily evening meals to 62 schools in four counties and works toward a future in which all children have access to the nourishment that fosters their lifelong health and limitless potential. To learn more about KFB's programs, services and how to make a difference, please visit kidsfoodbasket.org.

 

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FAQ

When and where can I donate to Comerica Bank's food drive for Kids' Food Basket in 2025?

The food drive runs from September 22 to November 1, 2025, and donations can be made at eleven Comerica banking centers across West Michigan, including locations in Grand Rapids, Grandville, Kentwood, Muskegon, and Norton Shores.

What items can I donate to the Comerica Bank and Grand Rapids Griffins food drive?

The food drive accepts fruit cups or pouches, pretzels, pudding cups, cheese crackers, meat sticks, and cheerios. Canned goods or items requiring heat preparation are not accepted.

How many children face food insecurity in the West Michigan region?

Over 41,000 children under the age of 18 face food insecurity in Ottawa, Allegan, Muskegon, and Kent counties.

What do donors receive in return for participating in Comerica's 2025 food drive?

Donors receive a ticket voucher to a future Grand Rapids Griffins game for every five items donated to the food drive.