How to donate:

Fill out the pledge form

• Online: Once you submit the pledge form, it will bring you to the GRACF website to complete your payment. OR Visit gracf.org/donate/ directly.

  Click “Donate Now” and type “ Free Range Food Co-op” in the search.

• By mail: Include cash with a note indicating use for Free Range Food Co-op. Make checks payable to “GRACF”. On the check’s memo line, write “Free Range Food Co-op”.  Please include your mailing information so that they can send you a receipt. Mail checks to: 350 NW 1st Ave, Suite E, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

• In person: Visit the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation office at 350 NW 1st Ave, Suite E, Grand Rapids, MN 55744

By the numbers

·    173 total contributions

·    $142,374 raised - 57% of our lofty goal of $250K!

·    Tiffany and Andrew Gesme $10K match challenge - exceeded

·    Hawkinson Family $10K match challenge - exceeded

·    Anonymous $4,000 match challenge - exceeded

·    42 donors stepped up to contribute $13,712 on the last two days of the campaign!

·    $50,000 grant secured from Itasca County Commissioners

·    20 email updates sent (including this one)

·    550+ likes on social media

·    Two community events

·    One Owners Hosting Owners event

·    TV Ads courtesy of Paul Bunyan TV

·    Two Op-ed pieces written by owners

·    Two news releases in the local paper

·    One radio interview on KAXE/KBXE

·    60 ads on KOZY, KMFY and KBAJ Radio

Beyond the numbers

The results of the campaign are a testament to the strength of our shared vision, the power of community, and the belief that when we invest together, we grow together. Each contribution, whether big or small, plays a vital role getting us to opening day.

We couldn't have done it without you...

A very special thank you goes to the two generous donors, the Gesme's and the Hawkinson's, who stepped forward with matching challenges. Their $10,000 matching gifts doubled the impact of contributions, sparking even greater enthusiasm and momentum. We are incredibly grateful for their support - it’s a perfect example of how, when we work together, we can amplify our collective impact!

We also want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the amazing teams that worked behind the scenes to make this campaign a success. A huge thank you to all the volunteers on our Community Investment Campaign Team for their dedication and vision, and to our Admin Team for their exceptional effort in handwriting each thank-you note, ensuring a personal connection with every donor. Your efforts are the backbone of this campaign and have been absolutely critical to its success.

And of course, we want to thank each and every donor who contributed to the campaign, as well as all 1,202 owners who have supported us along the way. Our owners are building the strong foundation for the Free Range Food Co-op’s future success!

 We will be hosting a celebration get-together soon, where we will have the chance to connect, celebrate, talk about where we are today and look ahead to what’s next. Details for this event will be coming soon - stay tuned and watch for more exciting updates through our newsletter and social media pages!