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 Valley Food System Network
The Rogue Valley Food System Network (RVFSN) is working to create change and advocate for a more just and environmentally sustainable food system for all. RVFSN fosters connections to promote equitable food access, ecologically sound agricultural practices and economic vitality. They envision a visible, engaged, and vibrant food system in the Rogue Valley.
RVFSN is a collaboration of organizations, agencies, businesses, and individuals committed to working together to create a secure, sustainable and accessible food system to all. The Network serves as a conduit of resources and brings together stakeholders to unite community food and farming efforts, facilitate local action-oriented convenings and advocate for a more equitable and just food system in Josephine and Jackson counties.
Funds will be used to support the Rogue Valley Community Food Assessment that RVFSN has been leading this year. Specifically, funds may be used to compensate community members for their engagement in focus groups and interviews, pay for data analysis software, support the continuation of a RARE position, and/or expand the role of the Community Food Assessment Coordinator to continue building community working groups around the actions identified through the assessment process.
Rogue Valley Food System Network
Support our local food and farming communities this November! We’re creating Positive Change for the Rogue Valley Food System Network (RVFSN) this month.
RVFSN is a collaboration of organizations, agencies, businesses, and individuals committed to working together to create a secure, sustainable food system that is accessible to all. RVFSN believes that good food has the power to foster healthy and happy lives, unify our community and even change the world. RVFSN envisions a Rogue Valley that is celebrated for its healthy, sustainable soil; where everyone producing our food, from field to table, is a thriving participant in our local economy; and where locally grown and produced food is available to all.
To learn more about the Rogue Valley Food System Network and how you can get involved, click the button below.
Did you know the Rogue Valley Food System Network publishes the annual Rogue Flavor Guide?
Discover the abundance of local flavor! Click on the image to the left to download a pdf or pick up a paper copy in the store.
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.