The Meijer LPGA Classic Seeking 1,200 Volunteers

The goal is its highest in 9 years – to support what is widely considered one of the best, full-scale events for families and foodies on the LPGA Tour.

Volunteer registration is now open for the 2023 tournament that will run June 15-18 at Blythefield Country Club to help feed hungry neighbors across the Midwest through the Simply Give program.

The Meijer LPGA Classic is seeking 1,200 volunteers to fill roles on 20 different committees, including Standard Bearers, Discovery Land, Transportation and full-scale Hospitality. The tournament will also include a “General Volunteer” position that gives volunteers the opportunity to experience different aspects of the event. 

“Meijer started out as a grocer, so feeding people will always be at the core of what we do, and therefore, remains the heart of the Meijer LPGA Classic,” said Cathy Cooper, the tournament’s Executive Director. 

The fee to volunteer is $30, and includes two official tournament golf shirts, one official tournament hat or visor, four weekly grounds passes for friends or family, and meals and beverages during scheduled shifts. The volunteer badge also serves as a week-long grounds and parking pass.

“Having never volunteered at the tournament before, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I knew I wanted to do it to support the cause of Simply Give,” said Brittany Huffman, a Meijer pharmacy team member, who served as a walking scorer at the 2022 event. “There were so many roles available and days and times to choose from so it was easy to find something that interested me.”

When her employer put out the call for volunteers, she jumped at the chance. Huffman, who is “not a golfer,” was initially nervous to play such a large role in the tournament, but she said the training process was simple and well organized. Plus, many of her fellow volunteers had been with the event since the beginning and were quick to show her the ropes.

More info and sign up at:  https://meijerlpgaclassic.com/volunteers/