Entries by Chuck Underwood
Q2 2020 Board Update
We invite you to read the most recent board update for a progress recap along with the next steps for HFC’s progress toward opening day. You can view the file here. Q2 2020 Board Update
Our Statement on the Pursuit of Justice
While mere words are never enough, we feel that it is important to officially state that equality, justice, and the elimination of systemic bias and racism is deeply important to Hillsboro Food Co-op. As an emerging cooperative business, Hillsboro Food Co-op is dedicated to following the principle of “Concern for Community” which is one of […]
Why Local Food Matters More Now Than Ever
Over the past few months grocery shopping as we know it has been totally upended. At the beginning of the pandemic, we experienced barren shelves and panic shopping. Now we likely find ourselves strategically shopping as rarely as possible and although shelves aren’t quite as barren as they once were, we’re wondering why we see […]
Annual Meeting & 2019 Annual Report
We are excited to share with you our 2019 Annual Report! We have accomplished some wonderful things this past year, and we are so grateful for the support of our owners and community. We are also very happy to share with you the recording of our recent virtual Annual Meeting, as well as a Q&A […]
Q1 2020 Board Update
We invite you to read the most recent board update for a progress recap along with the next steps for HFC’s progress toward opening day. You can view the file here. Q1 2020 Board Update
Fundraising Shopping Day at Farmington Gardens
April 5th is Fundraising Shopping Day at both Farmington Gardens locations! Show the event flyer at either location (on your phone or other device is fine!), and 10% of your purchase will be donated to Hillsboro Food Co-op to help with startup costs. Want to help? Spread the word! Share the flyer with others, […]
Capital Campaign Basics: Member-Owner Loans and Preferred Shares
Hello, everyone! I am here again to talk about HFC’s upcoming Capital Campaign which is how we will finance the opening of our community-owned grocery store. Phase one of the Capital Campaign will involve giving members an opportunity to make loans to HFC. This is vital prior to approaching commercial lenders to obtain further capital. The commercial […]
Q4 2019 Board Update
Q4 2019 – Board Update We invite you to read the most recent board update for a progress recap along with the next steps for HFC’s progress toward opening day. You can view the file here. Q4 2019 Board Update pdf
Join the Hillsboro Food Co-op Board of Directors in 2020!
Hillsboro Food Co-op is seeking new board members to start terms beginning May 2020. Our store is forging ahead toward opening day with exciting steps to be taken over the next two to three years. You could be a leading director in bringing your store to downtown. Click here to view the Board of […]