We’re very excited about the success of the BFC catering operations!
The Annual Meeting is going to be the bomb! We’re excited for it to be in a new space this year (Retreat Farm’s North Barn)
We had a productive discussion about providing an extra incentive for shareholders to run for the Board by increasing the discount for serving from 5% to 20% (this would require shareholder approval)
We want to encourage shareholders’ involvement and we need to look into more effective ways for the Board to reach out to shareholders.
Come to a meeting! The conversation is engaging and informative. Get a feel for board service!
Each month we focus on identifying a local producer to feature in our monthly newsletter, Food for Thought and in-store. We conduct an in-depth interview, and feature photos, creating an article that reaches over 9,000 shareholders. We invite the producer to the Co-op to show off their wares through a demonstration or a tasting. We promote the producer and event through print materials as well as our website, Facebook, and Instagram advertising. This program is central to our cooperatively owned business.
If you are a shopper dedicated to buying organic and whole foods, committed to supporting our local community, organizations, and family farms, and believe in cooperative ownership, we encourage you to become a shareholder.