Natural Grocers, which sells only USDA-certified organic produce along with other groceries, is celebrating September’s designation as Organic Month with shopping incentives and educational efforts about pesticides Sept. 15-17.
The Lakewood, Colo.-based company by Vitamin Cottage Inc. is offering in-store savings of up to 52% off on organic products, free samples, membership discounts and an opportunity to support pesticide-free public spaces with Beyond Pesticides, according to a news release.
“Organic doesn’t have to mean expensive. One of our five founding principles is our commitment to Always Affordable pricing,” Natural Grocers Vice President of Marketing Raquel Isely said in the release. “Whether it's sourcing 100% USDA-certified organic produce from local vendors or adding a new product to our line of Natural Grocers brand products … we work hard to secure the best possible pricing on all your favorite organic foods, supplements and grocery needs. This is how we ensure our communities thrive and have access to quality natural and organic products that help the planet thrive, as well.”
During Organic Month, {N}power members will receive exclusive discounts and other rewards benefits, including:
- A $5 off reward with an in-store purchase of $67 or more in one transaction;
- A free Organic Month reusable shopping bag with purchase;
- 15% off in-store alcohol purchases at participating locations; and
- Discounts on ingredients for Natural Grocers good4u Meal Deals through Sept. 30.
Beyond Pesticides advocacy and education
The natural and organic grocery retailer is raising money and awareness for Beyond Pesticides, a nonprofit advocacy and grassroots organization that aims to protect public health and the environment by leading the transition to a world free of toxic pesticides. Natural Grocers has a goal of raising $100,000 in September for the Organic Parks Project with Beyond Pesticides with the following in-store fundraising opportunities:
- Natural Grocers will donate $1 to Beyond Pesticides for every limited-edition Organic Month reusable shopping bag sold at the retail price of $1.99.
- For every Ladybug Zip Pouch sold, retailing at $2.99, Natural Grocers will donate $2 to Beyond Pesticides.
- Customers can contribute $1, $5 or $10 to Beyond Pesticides upon checkout at any one of Natural Grocers’ 163 store locations nationwide.