Co+op Basics Staff Favorites
After the holidays, we usually find our pocket books a little lighter. Here are a few favorite Co+op Basics items our staff turn to when the money is a little tighter.
I love Tinkyada Organic Gluten Free Spaghetti prepared al dente in a winter bolognese or broken into pieces in my lentil soup. Made in Canada, this is the best gluten free pasta I’ve ever tasted and it doesn’t break my budget. At 25% less than our nearest competitor, it’s the best price in town- I’ve checked! Stephanie Koerella, Education Coordinator
Host Defense MyCommunity is my favorite packaged product in our whole store. I turn to it when I have the first signs of a compromised immunity. It’s a blend of 17 medicinal mushrooms that work together to provide powerful immune support. James Dills, Wellness Department
Our Fuji apples are everything you could want in an apple. I keep mine in a bag in the refrigerator and pull out one a day (keeps the doctor away). They are the perfect middle-of-the-night snack, too. Have you ever eaten one in the dark? Try it! It takes the experience of eating an apple to a whole new level. Organic. Crisp. Perfectly sweet. The ultimate superfood. Why eat dessert when you can have an apple? Michelle Guerrie, Demo Coordinator
Organic, raw sunflower seeds are surprisingly inexpensive and very healthy. They are high in vitamin E, copper, B vitamins, phosphorus and selenium. Also, they are high in fiber and amino acids which make up the building blocks of protein. They come packed with essential fatty acids like polyunsaturated fatty acid, linoleic acid and oleic acid. With these great health benefits, plus the great price, this "super-seed" is hard to pass up. Aaron Smith, Bulk Grocery Department
To me there is nothing simpler and more cost effective than our Co+op Basics Organic Smart Chicken. I love to roast a whole chicken on the weekend with a side of vegetables, use the leftovers to make a few sandwiches and save the bones for a lovely stock. Mahlea Rasmussen, Outreach Assistant
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As we enter the beautiful month of September here in Southern Oregon, we're excited to share that our Change for Good partner this month is our very own Community Fund. As many of you know, the Community Fund allows us to support amazing local projects and organizations doing great work right here in Southern Oregon.
August Change for Good - Partnering with ACCESS to Make a Difference!
We are honored to partner with ACCESS this August - a fantastic organization that has been serving our community for over four decades. ACCESS, which stands for "A Community in Action, Connecting, Empowering, and Strengthening Self-Sufficiency," is dedicated to addressing hunger, homelessness, and poverty in Southern Oregon.
Empowering Our Community: AFC's Community Grants Now Accepting Applications
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting the local community, AFC is thrilled to announce the that we are accepting applications for our Community Grants program.
Ashland Food Co-op's Community Grants program is designed to foster meaningful change in the Southern Oregon region. Through these grants, we seek to support projects that align with our mission of promoting local and sustainable food systems, addressing food insecurity, and promoting community engagement.
July's Change for Good Partner - Maslow Project
Ashland Food Co-op is thrilled to partner with Maslow Project for our Change for Good program! Maslow Project is an incredible organization that works tirelessly to support homeless youth and families in Southern Oregon. Their mission is to empower individuals and families to achieve self-sufficiency, and they do this through a range of services including housing assistance, medical care, and educational support.
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May 2023 Change for Good Partner: Talent Maker City
Talent Maker City's mission is to build a more connected, prosperous, and resilient community through hands-on creativity and innovative STEAM-based learning. (STEAM = Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, & Math.) They have a bustling Makerspace facility, brimming with creative energy in downtown Talent offering hands-on STEAM-based workshops and programming for curious minds of all ages!
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April 2023 Change for Good Partner: Pollinator Project Rogue Valley
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March 2023 Change for Good: Klamath Bird Observatory
From Klamath Bird Observatory, March 2023's Change for Good partner:
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people move from crisis to stability, OHRA builds more capable individuals, stronger families, and a
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December Change for Good Partner: Rogue Action Center
December's Change for Good Partner is
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