Change for Change Program!


Here's how it works...

Each time you shop at River Valley Co-op, a friendly co-op cashier will ask if you'd like to donate to Change for Change. This rounds your bill to the nearest dollar, with all of the change going to one organization in our community each month.

 

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RECIPIENTS:

May Change for Change: River Valley Co-op Low Income Ownership Assistance Program

The Low Income Ownership Assistance Program gives everyone, regardless of income, an opportunity to become a co-op owner of River Valley Co-op. This program is for local residents who are committed to supporting our co-op by becoming co-op owners, but who might not otherwise be able to afford to join...

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April Change for Change: Center for EcoTechnology

Our April Change for Change recipient, Center for EcoTechnology (CET), envisions a world that has embraced and advanced just and resilient climate solutions. Their Mission is to innovate, implement, and scale the environmental solutions that communities need to thrive.

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March Change for Change: Easthampton Neighbors

Easthampton Neighbors is a member-driven nonprofit organization that provides volunteer support services and programs to assist Easthampton seniors to sustain independent, active, and engaged lives in their homes. They envision a society where all stages of life offer meaningful opportunities for growth, connection and joy; where people of all backgrounds and economic means can age with dignity, purpose and self-determination.

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February Change for Change: The International Language Institute of MA

The International Language Institute of Massachusetts (ILI) is a private, non-profit language school founded in 1984 and located in Northampton, Massachusetts. ILI’s mission is to promote intercultural understanding and diverse communities by providing high-quality language instruction and teacher training...

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January Change for Change: Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture [CISA]

Our January Change for Change recipient is Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture, also known locally as CISA! CISA strengthens farms and engages the community to build the local food economy. They began their work over 25 years ago, and thousands of people in our region have contributed to their success and impact...

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