Community Sharing
As part of The Food Co-ops cooperative spirit, it is our mission to support the greater community in a variety of ways. We commit to sharing our prosperity by providing financial and organizational resources when feasible. To be considered, all donation requests must be submitted a minimum of two weeks in advance. Donations are considered on a first come first serve basis.
QUESTIONS???
Email Marketing@FoodCoop.Coop or call (360) 385-2883 x309
Community Focus
In order to make a larger impact in areas that connect with our values, The Food Co-op gives priority to organizations and community groups that fit into the following categories.
Improving Food Access
Sustainable Agriculture, Land, and Sea Stewardship
Healthy Kids, Families, and Animals
Supporting the Cooperative Model
Ways We Give Back
Food Donations - We donate food weekly to the Jefferson County Foodbank.
Beans 4 Bags - We reward customers for bringing their own grocery bags by allowing them to donate .08 to a non-profit of their choice. Recipients are nominated by our members.
Non-Profit Donations - We support local non-profits, community groups and cooperatives with both financial and product support to meet their organizational needs.
Grow Fund - Each year, we grant funds to a community project that aims to developing our local food system. Grant process is in AUGUST.
Who is Eligible?
Jefferson County Non-Profit Organizations, Cooperatives, Community Non-Profit Groups
WE DO NOT ACCEPT donation requests from the following:
Political Groups • Specific individuals • Identical Requests from Multiple People • Third-Party Fundraisers
How do I Apply?
Review Community Sharing Guidelines (above)
Fill out the donation request form (below). *Saves Trees
or, if you are in need of a hard copy,
Get one from Member Services Desk or Download Donation Form Here
Complete the form in its entirety
Drop off at Member Services or Email it to Marketing@FoodCoop.Coop
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED 2 WEEKS IN ADVANCE TO BE CONSIDERED
Please note that all donation requests are considered relative to the number of requests received in the same month, the dollar amount of the request, and feasibility of providing funds at the time of the donation.
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