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Nourishing Our Community
At the co-op, we believe in building a strong, equitable food system for all and are proud to partner with local organizations who share the same mission. We wouldn’t be able to support our community without the support of our owners and shoppers. Together, we’re building a strong community. Below are a few words of… Read More →
Say Yes to Sustainability
BY CINDRA HALM, HEALTH AND BODY CARE, WEDGE Sustainability is a core value at natural foods co-ops. At TCCP, we’re re-invigorating study, focus, and action with our newly formed Sustainability Committee. Comprised of interested workers, we hope to energize attention on cost-effective ways to use fewer and cleaner resources, processes, and materials; more responsible disposal… Read More →
Staff Profile: Meet James Collins
Senior Director of Supply Chain WHAT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE BROUGHT YOU TO TCCP? Most of my career has been in food and beverage distribution, including companies ranging in size from startups to mid-sized organizations. In the past, I’ve primarily focused on scaling the distribution arm of companies by focusing on culture, process improvements, employee development and… Read More →
About Our Muralist
Muralist Profile: Reggie LeFlore The new mural at the Wedge Co-op was painted by talented Twin Cities muralist, Reggie LeFlore. We sat down with Reggie to learn more about him and his recent works. How long have you been painting murals in the Twin Cities? I’ve been painting murals and taking part in public art… Read More →
Fairtrade America x TCCP Partnership
We envision a food system that keeps all families fed with nutritious foods, one where all farmers are paid fairly, and food is grown in a way that nourishes the soil rather than depletes it. Our fair trade partners are carrying out this vision through relationships with small-scale farmers, distributors, and retailers across the globe.… Read More →
September Round Up: Sanctuary Covenant’s Good in the Hood Program
Sanctuary Covenant’s Good in the Hood Program is addressing the hunger crisis in North Minneapolis through the bi-monthly distribution of free food to families in need. Feeding those in need within our community is a goal of Twin Cities Co-op Partners, and we’re proud to help Sanctuary Covenant’s mission. Help them raise funds this month… Read More →
Twin Cities Co-op Partners – A Year in Review
This year was marked by the pandemic and a collective demand for racial justice. Faced with these pivotal moments in our community’s history, we pivoted as an organization to meet the increased community need, deepen our investment in our staff, and begin our journey to being an actively antiracist organization. This work continues as we… Read More →
Co-op Partners Warehouse – Strengthening The Local Food System
CO-OP PARTNERS WAREHOUSE (CPW) is our local and organic produce and grocery distribution company, located in Saint Paul. CPW is an integral part of our mission to “build community by developing a strong local food system.” CPW’s close relationships with local farmers and producers and large network of natural food stores, restaurants, and businesses allow… Read More →
Reconnect with OPEN STREETS MINNEAPOLIS
Our Streets Minneapolis is the local nonprofit behind the popular Open Streets events. While the pandemic forced the cancellation of all Open Streets Minneapolis events in 2020, the local nonprofit continued to focus its advocacy efforts on ensuring that the voices of folks who have historically been left out of transportation decision-making—Black… Read More →