In the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic, many communities took note of their local co-op taking the lead by responding in innovative and compassionate ways. Co-ops were among the first in town to erect plexiglass dividers, encourage masking, and facilitate social distancing, living out our cooperative principle of concern for community. There remain many […]
While co-ops’ support for local nonprofits and charitable causes continues year-round, many of them make an extra effort around Thanksgiving to give back to their communities. Here are a few examples of what co-ops did for the holiday.
National Indigenous Peoples’ Day is meant to recognize the communities that have lived in the Americas for thousands of years and honor the cultures and histories of the Native American people. Here are a few examples of how co-ops honored the day.
Viroqua Food Co+op celebrated eating local with a local food celebration and an original Eat Local bingo game created by staff. Participants had a chance to win a branded a Kleen Kanteen and co-op gift card.
At the conference — which coincided with the release of a national strategy to end hunger, improve nutrition and physical activity, and reduce diet-related diseases and disparities — co-op attendees had the opportunity to talk directly with government officials about issues affecting food co-ops and how co-ops are addressing hunger.
Through a State Department program, the co-op hosted professionals from Pakistan at its Easthampton store, where the group discussed solar power, stormwater management, cooperatives building community, and local sustainable food production.
Since the co-op launched its GIVE program in 2017, customer donations have supported local and area organizations and programs that align with the co-op’s commitment to supporting a healthy and vibrant community.
News of the war in Ukraine deeply affected Amy Sible, so she connected with friends, family, co-workers and co-op vendors to donate more than $10,000 worth of supplies to Ukrainians in need.
A local nonprofit honored Wild Oats Market in recognition of the co-op’s efforts to donate funds through its Round Up for Change program and raise awareness about how the organization’s services impact the community.
The City of Davis honored Davis Food Co-op with an award that recognizes community partners for efforts improving the quality of life for local residents, and the co-op’s commitment to creating and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive community.
