On August 28, 2017, The Kiefer Foundation along with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced a partnership to improve safety on Michigan highways using protective cable median barrier. The partnership between MDOT and the Kiefer Foundation adds 1.7 miles of protective cable median barrier on I-96 from Doan Creek to east of Dietz Road in Ingham County.
The First Annual Swing for Safe Driving Ball Golf Tournament Honors Mitchel Kiefer and Raises Over $600K!
The wining team of the inaugural Swing for Safe Driving Ball Golf Tournament hoist the honorary Mitchel Kiefer Trophy.
On August 14, 2017 The Kiefer Foundation hosted the first annual "Swing for Safe Driving" Ball Golf Tournament in honor of Mitchel Kiefer. 140 golfers attended the inaugural event held at the Walnut Creek Country Club in South Lyon and were treated to a beautiful day of golf and camaraderie. This year's event raised an astounding $618K and more importantly brought additional attention to the dangers of distracted driving.
Play with Purpose - Charity Hockey Game Helps to End Distracted Driving
The Kiefer Family dropped the puck at the 2017 Gallagher-Kaiser Charity Hockey Game.
The annual Gallagher-Kaiser Charity Hockey Game was held in honor of Mitchel Kiefer on August 11, 2017. This year's event brought awareness to The Kiefer Foundation whose mission is to end distracted driving. The star-studded roster featured Chris Chelios, Igor Larionov, Tie Domi, Zach Werenski, Boone Jenner and Steven Oleksy among others. To learn more about the event and Mitchel's story click the link here.
Michigan State University Awards Mitchel Kiefer with Honorary Bachelor of Science Degree in Neuroscience
Mitchel Kiefer was awarded a honorary Bachelor of Science Degree in Neuroscience yesterday in East Lansing, Michigan. The honorary degree was presented to Mitchel’s family by Michigan State University President Lou Ann Simon. It was an amazing day for the Kiefer family and an outstanding accomplishment for Mitchel.
Cutco recognizes Mitchel Kiefer at Annual Awards Ceremony
Recently, Cutco Knives honored the Kiefer Family by naming their Standards Award after Mitchel, who was a top salesman of the knives. Below is a copy of the presentation from the event.
