Co-op Seeks 4% Friday Applicants for 2023

Immigrant Resources & Immediate Support (IRIS), pictured, is our 4% Friday Community Shopping Day recipient for July. IRIS’ mission is two-fold: to connect immigrants with existing resources in the community, and to provide immediate assistance to those experiencing a temporary period of crisis. IRIS will use funds from 4% Friday to provide immediate support to local families to alleviate suffering by meeting basic needs such as access to food, clothing, and shelter.

The Board of Trustees is currently accepting nonsectarian, non-partisan charitable applicants for the Co-op’s 4% Friday Community Shopping Day Program in 2023.

Groups chosen, one per month for the calendar year, receive 4% of the day’s gross receipts at the Skagit Valley Food Co-op. These community groups are selected for their service to the community in the following areas: local community service, organic food, natural health, environmentally friendly and sustainable agricultural practices, human rights, environmental preservation, and other areas that reflect “like-minded” mission statements.

The Board also hopes to select at least one organization with a focus on youth. Applications are due September 30 and can be downloaded from our website: www.skagitfoodcoop.com.