Customers will enjoy 25% off from June
20-22, plus giveaways, sweepstakes, samples and more at the
newly remodeled store
LAKEWOOD, Colo., June 4, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, the leading family-operated
organic and natural grocery retailer in the U.S., is pleased to
announce a Remodel Celebration at its Independence, MO store on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Located at 19019 E.
48th Street S., the Independence store is one of seven Natural
Grocers stores within the state of Missouri. Community members are invited to
celebrate the store's updated and improved design starting at
8:27 AM, with exciting giveaways,
sales, free samples and more.
Natural Grocers announces a remodel
celebration at its Independence,
MO store on Thursday, June 20,
2024.
THE INDEPENDENCE NATURAL
GROCERS
"The Natural Grocers good4u® Crew has been proud to
serve the communities of Missouri
since the opening of our Columbia
store in 2011. We're excited to give Independence customers a fresh atmosphere at
the same convenient location at the corner of Highway 40 and Valley
View Parkway," said Raquel Isely, Vice President of Marketing
for Natural Grocers. "We've had the pleasure of serving
Independence and its surrounding
communities for more than 10 years at this location. The updates
and exciting new features will help us continue to empower, educate
and engage with our customers. If you're already part of the
Natural Grocers Family, we invite you to come celebrate with the
friendly Crew you're accustomed to. If you are new to Natural
Grocers, this is the perfect opportunity to get to know us in a
fun, festive, Always AffordableSM atmosphere."
CELEBRATION DETAILS – FREEBIES, DISCOUNTS &
SWEEPSTAKES
Natural Grocers' good4u® Crew will kick off
the Grand Remodel festivities at 8:15 AM with
a $2,500 donation presentation to Lunch Partners
Ministries,— its local food bank partner, followed by an official
ribbon-cutting ceremony with the store manager and additional
community leaders. Doors will open at 8:27 AM with
exciting giveaways, sweepstakes, sales and free samples within a
friendly atmosphere.
Special offers at the Independence,
MO location start on June 20
and will include:
- June 20 – 22 only:
Unbeatable celebration savings of 25% off everything in the
store. Everything.[i]
- June 20: Mystery Gift Cards
for First 150 Customers – The first 150 customers in line
will receive a mystery Natural Grocers gift card (with varying
amounts between $5 - $500)![ii]
- June 20: Free Natural Grocers
Hand-Crafted Drawstring Backpack – The first 500 shoppers will
receive a hand-crafted Natural Grocers Ecuadorian drawstring
backpack bag, made of alpaca wool. Each item is uniquely woven and
is the result of a special collaboration Natural Grocers has with a
group of indigenous artisans in Peguche, Ecuador.[iii]
- June 20: Prize Wheel –
Customers can spin the Natural Grocers prize wheel from
noon to 5 PM for a chance to win fun
prizes.[iv]
- June 20 – July 31: Up to 52% Off – Premium-quality
products from every department will be available at spectacular
discounts, including 100% USDA Certified Organic blueberries
($2.49/6 oz), bacon and bacon
alternatives ($2.99/package), Natural
Grocers® Brand Organic Cheese shreds and slices
($2.99/each) and Natural Grocers
Brand Bulk Organic Dried Mango ($6.99/10 oz).[v]
- June 20 – July 3: Grand Remodel Sweepstakes – Customers
will have the chance to win fabulous prizes, such as an Aventon
e-bike (valued at $1400), a
$500 Natural Grocers gift card and
more. Entry forms will be available at the
store.[vi]
{N}POWER® MEMBERSHIP
For even
more savings, customers can join {N}power, Natural Grocers'
free rewards program for exclusive discounts, digital coupons,
rewards benefits, and other members-only
features.[vii]
- June 20 – July 31: {N}power® members
will receive exclusive pricing on items such as Dr.
Bronner's® Liquid Soaps ($12.99/32 oz), Natural Grocers Brand Organic
Maple Syrup ($6.49/8 oz), USDA
Certified Organic avocados (.99¢ each), and KerrygoldTM
Pure Irish Butters ($3.99/8 oz).[viii]
To join {N}power, visit
www.naturalgrocers.com/npower.
WHAT'S NEW?
Supported by its Natural Grocers
good4uCrew, the store's interior will be brighter, with a more
contemporary floor plan. The company, ever-conscious of its
environmental impact, has upgraded the existing space with
sustainable building features and energy-saving innovations, such
as less harsh building materials and 100% LED lighting, for a
lighter environmental footprint. Additionally, customers visiting
the Independence, MO location will
undoubtedly notice the breathing room for their body care, bananas,
B-12 and more!
- 100% Organic Produce for Days: Natural Grocers, a
champion of organic produce, is proud to feature a more spacious
selection of 100% USDA certified organic produce at the remodeled
store. From apples to zucchini, every piece of produce avoids
cross-contamination with conventional/GMO items and is grown
without synthetic pesticides, practices that are common among
grocers with conventional produce offerings. Natural Grocers also
does not carry products that use ApeelTM and
OrganipeelTM produce coatings, as neither meet the
natural and organic retailer's high product standards.
- Gorgeous Body Care and Beauty Expansion: Customers
are invited to enjoy a bigger and better body care department,
in-line with the high standards Natural Grocers is known for;
prioritizing natural, innovative and ethical products that deliver
results without the compromise.
- A Super-Sized Supplement Department: With over
5,000 SKUs, Natural Grocers offers a large selection of vitamins
and supplements, backed by Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
Certification and ingredient authenticity.
- A Modernized Checkout Queue: Never choose "the
wrong checkout line" again! The updated checkout queue is a
game-changer in efficiency, helping customers complete a satisfying
shopping experience.
WHAT STAYS THE SAME?
Serving customers with a wide
range of natural and organic options since 1955, Natural Grocers
will continue to support the community with world-class customer
service from its knowledgeable and friendly good4u Crew, as well
as:
- A focus on Regenerative Products and
Practices: From checkouts free from single use bags, to
organic, non-GMO and Always Affordable Natural Grocers brand
products and ecologically thoughtful in-store features, the company
focuses on a mutually beneficial relationship with nature.
- Premium-Quality Products at an Always Affordable
PriceSM: Access high-quality organic and natural
groceries including 100% pasture-raised eggs and dairy, 100%
non-GMO prepackaged bulk goods, and household essentials at an
Always Affordable Price SM. Natural Grocers also
prioritizes humanely sourced and sustainably raised meats.
- Nutritional Health Coaching: The community will
continue to have direct access to the store's Nutritional Health
Coach (NHC) to help support their health and wellness journeys with
free, one-on-one, personalized nutritional health coaching sessions
and personalized shopping experiences. In fiscal year 2023, Natural
Grocers invested over $6 million to
provide free education for both customers and Crew. Customers are
invited to book free sessions, by
visiting www.naturalgrocers.com/nutritional-health-coaches or
inquiring in-store.
- A Commitment to Crew: Natural Grocers is passionate
about ensuring that its employees can live a healthy, balanced
life. The Company is committed to positively impacting Crew's
physical, emotional and financial well-being with free nutrition
education programs, excellent benefits and access to the highest
quality, affordably priced products. The average rate for hourly
store Crew was more than $21 as of
November 2023, including $1.00 per hour in store credit, in Vitamin Bucks
– a program that is unique to Natural Grocers.
LUNCH PARTNERS MINISTRIES PARTNERSHIP
Natural Grocers
partners with Lunch Partners Ministries for its "Bring Your Own Bag
Program" to serve people in Independence,
MO facing hunger. Each time a customer brings their own
shopping bag, Natural Grocers donates five
cents per shopping trip to this organization.
Dan Keleher, Board Chairman of
Lunch Partners Ministries stated, "This unique volunteer enterprise
has sought to address the growing need for food and clothing in
Harry Truman's hometown since 1991.
We offer food relief bags or emergency meal bags to needy folks who
find themselves homeless or struggling to make ends meet in these
inflationary times. Clothing, shoes and basics of hygiene are also
available.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday our grocery line offers a chance to
select donated meats, breads, desserts, produce and dairy items.
Patrons then pick up a full lunch-to-go as well. Our cooks have
lovingly prepared over a million nourishing meals over the years.
Natural Grocers plays a key role in these efforts with food rescue
donations. The 'Bring Your Own Bag Program' also provides quarterly
funds to purchase ingredients for our lunch meals.
We are so thankful for Natural Grocers' support and look forward
to continuing to work with them in the future."
To volunteer or donate to Lunch Partners, contact board chairman
Dan Keleher at
dkeleher@theremnantchurch.com or leave a message at
816-254-6040.
- Learn more about Natural Grocers by
visiting www.naturalgrocers.com.
- Click here to learn more about Natural Grocers' 5 Founding
Principles—including its "Commitment to Community" and "Commitment
to Crew".
- For media inquiries
contact kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.
- For a complimentary media kit, click here.
ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in
1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is
an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries,
body care products, and dietary supplements. The products sold by
Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not
contain artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sweeteners, or
partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only
USDA-certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised,
non-confinement dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural
Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer
affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient
retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free
science-based Nutrition Education programs to help customers and
Crew make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is
committed to its 5 Founding Principles—including its
"Commitment to Community" and "Commitment to Crew". In fiscal
year 2023, the Company invested $15 million in
incremental compensation and discretionary payments for
Crew. Headquartered in the Union Square neighborhood
of Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 168 stores in 21 states.
Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information and
store locations.
[i] Offer valid only on 6/20/2024, is redeemable only
for in-store customer purchases at Natural
Grocers' Independence, MO location, and cannot be
combined with other offers. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no
rain checks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change
without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct
errors. Void where prohibited by law.
[ii] Quantity limited to first 150 customers in line
at Natural Grocers' Independence, MO location. No
rain checks. Limit one gift card per customer 18 years or older.
Valid 6/20/24 only. Void where
prohibited by law.
[iii] Quantity limited to first 500 shoppers at
Natural Grocers' Independence, MO location. No rain
checks. Limit one per customer, 18 years or older. Valid
6/20/24 only. Void where prohibited
by law.
[iv] Prize wheel available at Natural
Grocers' Independence, MO location. No purchase
necessary. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Valid
6/20/24, 12 PM – 5 PM only, while supplies last.
[v] Offers valid only from 6/20/24 to 7/31/24, are redeemable only for
in-store customer purchases at Natural Grocers' Independence,
MO location, and cannot be combined with other offers.
Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Pricing excludes
taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers
reserves the right to correct errors. Void where prohibited by
law.
[vi] No purchase necessary. A purchase will not
increase your chances of winning. Open only to legal respondents of
the following states who are at least 18 years old at the time of
entry: AZ, AR, CO, CO, IA, KS, LA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK,
OR, SD, TX, UT, WA and WY. Void where prohibited by law.
Sweepstakes starts on 6/20/24 and
ends on 7/3/24. For official rules and complete details, visit
www.naturalgrocers.com/sweepstakes. Sponsor: Vitamin Cottage
Natural Food Markets, Inc.
[vii] Customers can sign up for {N}power here.
Message and data rates may apply. See naturalgrocers.com/privacy
for the Company's Privacy Policy and naturalgrocers.com/terms for
the {N}Power terms of use.
[viii] Must be an {N}power member to receive these
discounts. Limit 4 of each item, per customer. Offers valid only
from 6/20/24 to 7/31/24, are
redeemable only for in-store customer purchases at Natural
Grocers' Independence, MO location and cannot be
combined with other offers. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no
rain checks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change
without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct
errors. Void where prohibited by law.
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