Petitpren Inc. proud to support Community Food Bank of Macomb County with donation of 170 cases of fruit juice

August 24, 2023

Independent, family-owned beer distributor’s contribution latest example of giving back to community it proudly serves

CLINTON TWP., Mich. — Local independent, family-owned beer distributor Petitpren Inc. today announced it has donated 170 cases of Langers Fruit Juice to the Community Food Bank of Macomb County, which provides immediate relief to those in need of food through a network of more than 70 pantries and hunger relief organizations. The contribution is the latest example of Petitpren giving back to the Macomb County community it proudly serves.


Operating as a nonprofit organization, the food bank supplies food at no cost to families and ensures pantry shelves are stocked.


“At Petitpren Inc., we pride ourselves on stepping up to help the community we proudly serve, and it is our sincere hope that our donation helps the Community Food Bank of Macomb County’s ongoing efforts to help ensure all county residents have access to nutritious, healthy food options,” said Taylor Ickes, HR manager of Petitpren Inc. “Our dedication to our family of employees extends into the communities where we live and work, and this partnership with our local food bank is one way we’re proud to give back.”


Michigan’s beer and wine distributors are leaders in charitable giving in their communities. Petitpren Inc. has longstanding partnerships with many local organizations that support and promote the arts, health care and wellness, children and youth, building and enriching community and businesses, volunteer-based leadership and development, and much more.


“We are proud to call Petitpren Inc. a neighbor and partner in helping ensure no Macomb County family goes hungry,” said Alec Williams, site supervisor of the Community Food Bank of Macomb County. “We would like to express our gratitude to everyone at Petitpren Inc. for this generous donation to help local families in need. We are thankful for relationships with dedicated partners in our community such as Petitpren who help ensure we are successful in carrying out our mission.”


Petitpren supports numerous additional local charities, including:


  • United Way for Southeastern Michigan
  • McLaren Macomb Foundation
  • Turning Point of Mt. Clemens
  • Mt. Clemens Care House
  • Mt. Clemens Anton Art Center
  • Mt. Clemens Lions Club
  • Care House of Macomb County
  • Macomb Center for the Performing Arts
  • Macomb Family YMCA


Founded in 1933, Petitpren Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned beer distributor, proudly serving retailers in Macomb County and a sliver of Wayne County that includes the city of Hamtramck. The company’s foundation has been built on providing superior customer service, building strong partnerships with its suppliers, and giving back to its surrounding communities. Petitpren Inc. is very active in sponsoring local events and activities contributing to the growth and success of Macomb County.

Mid-Michigan beer distributor celebrates 65 years in business, three generations of family leadership

By Rebecca Stow • May 4, 2026
OWOSSO, Mich. – Main Beverage Company marks 65 years in business this year, celebrating three generations of family leadership and a legacy rooted in mid-Michigan.

Ypsilanti beer distributor partners on limited-edition release for Ann Arbor Summer Festival

By Rebecca Stow • April 14, 2026
YPSILANTI, Mich. – Local, family-owned beer distributor O&W Inc. in Ypsilanti is celebrating its collaboration with Michigan-based Griffin Claw Brewing Company to develop a limited-edition Session IPA for the upcoming Ann Arbor Summer Festival (A2SF).

Detroit News: Rooted in Community, Driven to Lead: Women in Michigan’s Beer and Wine Distribution Industry

By Rebecca Stow • March 17, 2026
Across Michigan’s beer and wine distribution industry, women are helping shape the future of our businesses and the communities we serve. As president and CEO of John P. O’Sullivan Distributing in Grand Blanc Township and the third woman to chair the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers Association (MB&WWA) Board of Directors, I’m proud to be part of a growing group of women leading with purpose and perspective. This year is especially meaningful for our company as we celebrate 50 years in business. Reaching that milestone is a reminder that strong local businesses are built over time through dedication, adaptability and the people who make long-term success possible—including the growing number of women shaping the future of the industry. Our work as beer and wine distributors is about far more than logistics. It’s about building resilient businesses that support jobs, give back locally and help maintain a fair and competitive marketplace. From sales and operations to finance, marketing and delivery, women are making meaningful contributions at every level of our industry. Distributors are proud to be local businesses with deep roots. We live and work in the communities we serve, and we embrace opportunities to give back—whether supporting neighborhood events, partnering with charitable organizations or helping local retailers succeed. That spirit of service is integral to our businesses and something we strive to carry forward. Beer and wine distributors also play a critical role in Michigan’s three-tier system, moving products safely and efficiently from supplier to shelf. This system supports competition and gives consumers access to an extraordinary variety of high-quality choices, from Michigan-made craft beverages to well-known national brands. As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, I’m honored to recognize the many women who help drive Michigan’s beer and wine distribution industry forward. The continued success of this industry reflects the collaboration and determination of the people behind it—and women are playing an essential role in shaping what comes next. Joanie O’Sullivan-Butler is president and CEO of John P. O’Sullivan Distributing Inc. in Grand Blanc Township. She is also chair of the MB&WWA Board of Directors and sits on the MB&WWA Women’s Advocacy Committee.