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The last two years have been difficult for all of us, and your co-op is at a critical financial juncture. The long-term closure of our deli, restricted shopping in our bulk and wellness departments, limits to store hours and supply chain deficits have had a significant negative impact on our sales and cash balance. Our sales are 15% below where they were two years ago and, without improvement, we are at risk of running out of cash and going out of business in the next few months. We are taking immediate steps to address our cash shortage by working with the national association of co-ops, National Co-op Grocers (NCG), to secure a $100,000 loan. We are applying for additional COVID-19 federal relief funds and are also exploring the possibility of a new member investment vehicle. In the meantime, we need your help to ensure your co-op remains a strong and vital asset in our community. Our sales must grow rapidly if the co-op is to survive.
What can you do? First and foremost, shop the co-op! We need to see both our average sale per customer and our daily customer count increase. Choosing the co-op more often or choosing to buy more of your groceries at the co-op will help us meet our goal – every dollar counts. And don’t forget to encourage your friends and family members to shop, too! We are doing everything we can to make it easier for you to shop with us. We have reopened the deli and expanded store hours. We are in the process of fully reopening our bulk and wellness departments and are working with specialists from NCG to further improve our store experience. We continue to promote the co-op to owners and shoppers through advertising and social media. We know this situation is difficult to read about but as staff and fellow owners, we are committed to being transparent with you. You can learn more at our next board meeting on December 21, at 6:30pm. Thank you for supporting your community-owned co-op. With your help, we can turn the corner and serve you long into the future. We wish you continued health and safety, infinite blessings and abundance.
If any further information is wanted please feel free to contact
Cooperatively, Ahzjah Netjer Simons Cooperative Director/GM
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