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!
Habitat for Humanity Rogue Valley
Round up this December to provide affordable housing for fire survivors! Habitat for Humanity is working with local community partners on the rebuilding process from the wildfires in 2020. New homes will be constructed and sold with affordable mortgages to fire victims.
The Rogue Valley affiliate of Habitat for Humanity serves Jackson County, and provides an opportunity for affordable homeownership through newly constructed homes, as well as renovations. Qualified applicants must be low income and have a substantial need for housing, as well as have a documented ability to repay a mortgage. In addition, the organization provides home repairs for low income home owners, including ramps and disability access.
Funding will be used to purchase construction material for homes to be built within the fire zone of Talent and Phoenix. All repayments from the sale of the home will be used for future projects. The first two Almeda Survivor construction projects began in Talent in 2021 and there will be a continued focus on the area for years to come.
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.