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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
**September 27, 2024*

*Contact: Ron Leix <[email protected]>, Treasury, 517-335-2167*

The Michigan Education Savings Program Partners with the [ [link removed] ]
Detroit Lions to Provide Nursing Rooms at Ford Field [ [link removed] ]

*LANSING, Mich.* -- The Michigan Education Savings Program (MESP) [ [link removed] ] is proud to announce its partnership with the Detroit Lions to provide nursing rooms for mothers inside Ford Field. This initiative aims to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans, ensuring that families feel comfortable and supported while attending games. 

The co-branded nursing rooms, located on three different levels of Ford Field, will be equipped with comfortable seating, changing tables, and privacy screens to ensure a peaceful and welcoming environment for mothers and their babies in a safe space. In addition, the rooms will be easily accessible to attendees and Lions family members, promoting inclusivity and support for breastfeeding mothers.

This partnership reflects MESP’s commitment to supporting families and promoting education and savings programs in Michigan. 

“We are excited to partner with the Lions to support nursing mothers and families attending games at Ford Field,” said Diane Brewer, Program Manager of MESP. “This initiative aligns with our mission to create a more inclusive and family-friendly environment, and we are excited to support families while also promoting the importance of saving for their children’s future higher education expenses.”

The Detroit Lions are also excited about this collaboration and the opportunity to provide a comfortable space for mothers at the stadium.

“As an organization, we are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all fans,” said Detroit Lions Senior Vice President, Facilities, Todd Argust. “We are proud to partner with MESP to offer these nursing rooms and support families in our community”.

The partnership between MESP and the Detroit Lions highlights their shared commitment to supporting families, higher education, and promoting inclusivity in sports and entertainment venues.

*About MESP*

MESP is one of three Michigan Section 529 plans that offer Michigan taxpayers "triple tax benefits! "A state income tax deduction on contributions, tax-deferred growth on earnings, and withdrawals to pay for qualified higher education expenses are tax-free. MESP can be used at any eligible college, university, or trade school for a variety of qualified expenses, including tuition, mandatory equipment, fees, certain room, and board costs, supplies and books.

Program Administrator, Michigan Department of Treasury. *To learn more about the Michigan Education Savings Program, its investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses see the Program Description at MIsaves.com [ [link removed] ] before investing. Read it carefully.* Investments in the Plan are neither insured nor guaranteed and there is the risk of investment loss.  TIAA-CREF Individual & Institutional Services, LLC, Member FINRA, distributor and underwriter for the Michigan Education Savings Program. 

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