<div>This effort is part of a collaboration between the Cooperative Development Institute (CDI) and Dorchester Food Co-op (DFC) to build a more just, sustainable and resilient food system in Dorchester, Boston and beyond.
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<div>The <strong>mission of the DORCHESTER FOOD CO-OP</strong> is to <strong>challenge the traditional food system by building a community and worker-owned asset that nourishes, employs, and reinvests in the local community.  </strong>
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<div>~ We believe that <strong><em>everyone</em></strong> has the right to wholesome food ~
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<div>~ Cooperation is our approach. Justice is our goal! ~
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<div>11-10-25: <strong><em>Thank you for the donations </em></strong>since August!! You have made it clear through donations and shopping, that you value DFC's mission and feel it is a needed community-owned asset for Boston. Your on-going <strong>donations are still needed</strong> and welcome through this go-fund-me, to support store operations. Of course, <strong>increased sales at DFC is very important. </strong>Subscribe to our <a href="https://dorchesterfoodcoop.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9329b353c913b2073fc02eb3c&amp;id=eee085d5a2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">newsletter</a>, <a href="https://linktr.ee/dorchesterfoodcoop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Linktree</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DorchesterFoodCoop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dorchesterfood_coop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">InstaGram</a> to <strong><em>find out when we will launch our on-line food shopping platform to make it easier for more people to shop with our mission and values in mind!  Coming soon!! </em></strong>
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<div>Note: DFC's <strong><em>"Neighbors feed Neighbors" ROUND UP fund </em></strong>is separate from this go-fund-me page.<strong><em> </em></strong>To give to the "Neighbors feed Neighbors" ROUND UP fund, round up your bill at the register in store. You can also<strong><em> </em></strong>give any additional amount in-store, at the register through the ROUND UP fund. If you can't come to the store, checks written to "Dorchester Food Co-op" with "ROUND UP fund" in the memo line are appreciated. Mail to: Dorchester Food Co-op, 195 Bowdoin Street, Dorchester MA 02122. The ROUND UP funds will be distributed by trusted partner organizations.
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<div>8-15-25: <strong>Urgent: DFC is facing Closure in two months if sales do not increase. </strong>(click <a href="https://www.linktr.ee/DorchesterFoodCoop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a> for all communications)
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<div>Each week, the Co-op needs an increase in sales or else the cash reserves for operational costs will run out in two short months!
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<div><strong>Here’s what you can do starting today:</strong>
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<li><strong>Shop Your Values <em>First</em></strong> – Make The Co-op a regular grocery stop. Every purchase grows sales.
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<li><strong>Spread the Word</strong> – Tell friends, neighbors, and co-workers about our store and mission.
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<li><strong>Give What You Can</strong> – Make a monthly pledge or one-time donation, for any amount, to help raise $500,000 to supplement sales for the next year.
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<li><strong>Order Catering</strong> – Choose the Co-op for community-made food for all your events. For catering, call Sandra at (617) [phone redacted].
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<li><strong>Special Bulk Orders</strong> – email <a href="https://dorchesterfoodcoop.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">[email redacted]</a> , “SUBJECT: Special Bulk Order request” to order products by the case. (*bulk case orders receive a 10% discount.)
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<li><strong>Attend monthly Board Meetings, usually the first month of each month:</strong> See emails for details.
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<div><strong>We invite all who believe in our mission to be part of this food justice movement. </strong>
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<div><strong>Dorchester Food Co-op, Boston's only food co-op, opened Oct. 14, 2023.</strong>
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<div>Come shop at DFC, located at 195 Bowdoin St. Dorchester MA. 02122
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<div>Open Daily, except major holidays. Mon - Sat. 8a-8p; Sun. 9a-8p.
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<div>Sign up to receive newsletters <a href="https://dorchesterfoodcoop.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=9329b353c913b2073fc02eb3c&amp;id=eee085d5a2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">HERE</a>
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<div>Visit our <a href="https://www.linktr.ee/DorchesterFoodCoop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Linktree</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dorchesterfood_coop/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DorchesterFoodCoop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Facebook</a> <em>regularly</em> for updates!
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<div><strong>Not a member yet? </strong> No matter where they live, <strong>EVERYONE is welcome to become a member-owner</strong>, not just Dorchester residents. And the store is open to the public, so <strong>EVERYONE can shop there, not just member-owners.  Click </strong><a href="https://www.dorchesterfoodcoop.com/join-the-coop" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>HERE</strong></a><strong> to learn how to become a member-owner</strong>.
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<div><strong>Please share this Go Fund Me page on your social media to spread the word!</strong>
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<div><strong>DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT WITH A MATCHING GIFT</strong>
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<div>Many companies match the donations their employees make. This means that you can double your impact after you give to Dorchester Food Co-op just by <strong>requesting a matching gift from your employer</strong>. Companies usually match donations at a 1:1 ratio, but some match at a 2:1, 3:1, or even a 4:1 ratio! Please check with your employer or HR department for details. If they provide a matching gift claim form, please complete it and send it to us at: Dorchester Food Co-op, 195 Bowdoin St., Dorchester, MA 02122
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<div><strong>READ MORE ABOUT DORCHESTER FOOD CO-OP</strong>
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<div>In 2012, neighbors gathered to discuss the policies and practices that cause limited food access and the lack of investment in our community. Through a series of resident-led planning meetings, we developed a vision of a cooperative market that will:
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<div>    ~ reflect and build power for local residents while working with
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<div>    ~ weave educational programs around food, health and social justice
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<div>          into the culture of our co-op.  
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<div>    ~ recognize the unequal impact of climate change on
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<div>          Communities of Color 
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<div>For the past 10+ years, we created a strong cooperative led by member-owners and Board Members who represent Dorchester's and Boston’s racial and cultural diversity. We’ve built a strong plan, developed partnerships, and organized programs to increase food access, economic investment and public health in our community including:
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<div>    ~ Boston’s first "Winter Farmers’ Market" right here in Dorchester at Codman Sq.
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<div>    ~ “Fresh Fridays” outdoors summer café 
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<div>    ~ Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) in partnership with urban farms 
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<div>    ~ “PopUp” farm stands at senior centers 
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<div>    ~ “Green New Deal Dance Fest,” featuring climate justice work in our communities.
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<div>Shop with us! Spread the word! Volunteer! Donate!
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<div>Thank you for your support!
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