Letter from the manager

There are many reasons to be excited about a Snohomish and Island County summer. Melon, stone fruits, and berries ripe and ready for picnics and campouts. Lush gardens grown from veggie starts by Rents Due Ranch. A field trip to Jetty Island with a Tropical Blue Smoothie in hand. And if you live in Everett, many sandal-clad walks to your favorite local grocery store, Sno-Isle Food Co-op!

At the Co-op we are always looking forward to the unique offerings that each season brings. This summer in particular there’s a lot to be buzzing about, the first of which being the relaunch of the Co-op’s quarterly newsletter. Here we will share with you our favorite local products, the newest offerings from our creative team, and the special opportunities coop owners have to participate in our co-op’s mission. We’ll also share stories of co-op values, such as the journey that is our B Corp recertification and our commitment to supporting our diverse community. The summer months draw our fiscal year at the Coop to a close and open the doors for us to reflect on the year behind us. I would first like to acknowledge our staff for their continuous commitment to serving our neighbors with the best service and highest quality products. Also deserving thanks is our board who continue to steer the Co-op forward towards environmental sustainability, social equity, and community.

Finally, I would like to express gratitude to you – the Co-op Owner, customer, and community member. As you visit us this summer for your family’s daily needs, or a simple quick bite to eat, know that your commitment to shopping at the co-op impacts our local economy in great ways. It is your dollar spent at the Co-op that provides our staff with sustainable wages, our local growers with the strength to keep producing, and our co-op the ability to continue giving back to our community. From our hearts to yours, we hope you enjoy the fruits of our labors this summer. It’s with you in mind that we bring good food to the table. With gratitude,

Leah Scates General Manager