Prairie Food Co-op is committed to following the seven core principles that cooperative businesses around the world operate by. Co-op Principle #7 is Concern For Our Community.
We are excited to not only grow as a co-op by bringing in new Owners, but in certain months, we will choose an organization to donate $10 to for every new Owner we welcome.
If you have an organization you'd like to nominate to be a PFC Own Up, Give Back Candidate please click on the button below!
Current Give Back Organization
Caring Patriots
Caring Patriots was founded on the simple idea that no Veteran or Veteran Family should go hungry. Learn more.
Past Give Back Organization(s):
The GardenWorks Project
The mission of The GardenWorks Project is to promote organic suburban agriculture to improve the well-being of our community, the environment, and those facing food insecurity. They empower, educate, and support all food growers in their efforts to nourish their families and neighbors in need.
The Conservation Foundation
The Conservation Foundation improves the health of our communities by preserving and restoring natural areas and open space, protecting rivers and watersheds, and promoting stewardship of our environment.
DuPage County Farm Bureau Agriculture in the Classroom
The DuPage County Farm Bureau Agriculture in the Classroom Program a statewide educational program. Its goal is to help students and teachers gain awareness of agriculture in their daily lives. By having agricultural educators come into classrooms, students learn about the industry and take part in hands-on activities that will enrich their lessons.