Stores will collect non-perishable food items and accept
donations at the register for local food bank partners until
December 31, 2024
LAKEWOOD, Colo., Nov. 5, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, the largest family-operated
organic and natural grocery retailer announces its annual in-store
holiday fundraiser for established food bank partners, through
December 31, 2024. This campaign is
in addition to the company's ongoing "Bring Your Own Bag" program,
which donates five cents per shopping
trip to local food bank partners when customers bring in their own
reusable bags.
Customers can contribute in two ways:
donate at the register or purchase and donate non-perishable
items.
COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY
A "Commitment to
Community" is one of Natural Grocers' Five Founding
Principles, reflecting a deep dedication to making a positive
impact. The company has forged lasting partnerships with various
organizations that strive to improve the lives of those in the 21
states it serves, particularly those dedicated to combating food
insecurity. The reality of hunger weighs heavily on many families,
and the need for support has never been more urgent. According to
data provided by Food Bank of the Rockies, the
Company's food bank partner for many of its Colorado stores, an estimated 1 in 9
individuals faced food insecurity in 2022, with the situation being
even more alarming for children, where the figure rose to 1 in
7.[i]
Raquel Isely, Vice President of
Marketing at Natural Grocers, stated, "The holiday season is often
a time of joy with friends and family, where food plays a central
role. However, it can also heighten stress for those facing
financial hardships, forcing tough choices between food and other
essentials. Collaborating with our local food bank partners is
something we prioritize throughout the year with our 'Bring Your
Own Bag' initiative and food rescue efforts. In 2022 we took the
next logical step and added a fundraiser and food drive at every
store. The enthusiastic response from our customers and the
good4uSM Crew inspired us to make this an annual
tradition. We encourage our customers to look for donation stations
in each store or connect with a Crew member at the register to
learn more."
HOW TO GIVE THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
Customers can
contribute throughout the holidays in two ways:
- Donate $1, $5, or $10 at the
register. These funds will go directly to the same
organization that currently receives donations from Natural Grocers
through their "Bring Your Own Bag" Program.
- Purchase and donate non-perishable items, collected
at the front of the store. These donations will go directly to the
local food bank partner or local food pantry that currently
receives food donations from the company.
Click here to learn more about food bank donations with
Natural Grocers. For press inquiries, please contact
kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.
ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.
(NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and
organic groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements. The
products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality
guidelines and may not contain artificial colors, flavors,
preservatives or sweeteners, or partially hydrogenated or
hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic
produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy
products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible
smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a
shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient retail environment. The
Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition
Education programs to help customers and Crew make informed health
and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is committed to
its 5 Founding Principles—including its
"Commitment to Community" and "Commitment to Crew". In fiscal
year 2023, the Company invested $15 million in
incremental compensation and discretionary payments for
Crew. Headquartered in the Union Square neighborhood
of Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 168 stores in 21 states.
Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more
information and store locations.
[i] Food Bank of the Rockies, 2024. Food Bank of the
Rockies, "Hunger in Colorado"
https://www.foodbankrockies.org/hunger-in-colorado/.
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