The Positive Change program raises money for local non-profit organizations working to better our community. We believe in the power of change and the power of community – Positive Change combines these two beliefs into one powerful program. The Positive Change program is one of the many ways the Co-op fulfills the seventh cooperative principle: Concern for Community.
Next time you check out, say “I’d like to round-up for Positive Change,” and we’ll round-up the total of your purchase to the nearest dollar, or you can donate any desired amount. Each month, the selected non-profit organization receives 100% of the donated funds, plus an additional mini grant from the Co-op (currently $400 each month). Annually, the Board of Directors selects one Positive Change recipient to receive an additional grant from our Cooperative Community Fund. Thank you for contributing to positive change and making a difference in our community!
Rogue Riverkeeper
Help Rogue Riverkeeper advocate for clean waterways for drinking, recreation, and fish in the Rogue River Basin!
Rogue Riverkeeper's mission is to protect and restore clean water, native fish and healthy communities in the Rogue River Basin through advocacy, accountability, and community engagement. Enforcement of the Clean Water Act is at the heart of Rogue Riverkeeper's work. They are deeply committed to the health of our urban tributaries, particularly Bear Creek. In partnership with other local entities, Rogue Riverkeeper works to maintain Bear Creek's health as a vital habitat flowing right through our backyards. They monitor water quality, organize and lead community efforts to remove trash and invasive plants, and collaborate with partners to improve watershed health and aquatic habitats.
Positive Change funds will be used to support Rogue Riverkeeper’s participation in the Bear Creek Stewardship Day clean-ups, operate a lab and sampling program to monitor waterways for water contact safety, and publically share water quality results on the Swim Guide.
We turn spare change into Positive Change for local non-profits.
The Positive Change program is for organizations seeking direct financial support. Positive Change recipients for 2025 were selected by our owners in the 2024 Annual Election. If you or your organization would like to apply for the 2026 program, please click the button below to complete our application.
If you are seeking a food or gift card donation, please complete our Donation Request Form.
Spare change really adds up.
A few cents here and there add up to big impacts for our local non-profits.