The Lawrence plastic bag ban takes effect tomorrow. The Merc Co+op removed plastic bags from our registers in 2013, and the paper bags we provide are 60% post-consumer recycled material - in other words, it’s business as usual. We appreciate this step our Lawrence government is taking to encourage a more sustainable future!
The Merc Co+op is excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 Change for our Community program. “Change” gives shoppers the opportunity to donate their spare change to local organizations every time they shop. Each month, a different organization is featured as the recipient, and 100% of all donations collected go to that specific organization.
In fiscal year 2022, we - as a co-op community - raised $85,484. Since the program began in January 2014, we have raised over $601,000 for 57 local nonprofits.
October is Fair Trade Month, and Fairtrade America is launching their fourth annual campaign to generate broader awareness Fairtrade certified products. This year, The Merc Co+op’s Lawrence store was selected! Mural installation begins the week of September 11.
The Lawrence plastic bag ban takes effect tomorrow. The Merc Co+op removed plastic bags from our registers in 2013, and the paper bags we provide are 60% post-consumer recycled material - in other words, it’s business as usual. We appreciate this step our Lawrence government is taking to encourage a more sustainable future!
Meet Melissa, Board President and member of the board since 2022!
The Merc Co+op's Board of Directors is comprised of nine co-op owners who are elected by the general ownership and serve a three-year term. Any co-op owner can run for a board position.
The Merc Co+op is excited to announce the recipients of the 2024 Change for our Community program. “Change” gives shoppers the opportunity to donate their spare change to local organizations every time they shop. Each month, a different organization is featured as the recipient, and 100% of all donations collected go to that specific organization.
In fiscal year 2022, we - as a co-op community - raised $85,484. Since the program began in January 2014, we have raised over $601,000 for 57 local nonprofits.
All over the world, there are celebrations of the harvest and giving thanks. Though our gatherings may look different than in the past, it’s an opportunity to celebrate and share what we have. Preparing your holiday meal doesn’t have to be elaborate or stressful — here are some simple recipes to get you started.
The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilities each month in their Board Report.
The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilities each month in their Board Report.
The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilties each month in their Board Report.
The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilties each month in their Board Report.
The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilties each month in their Board Report.
The Merc Co+op is committed to building a community - and through the Merc Works program, owners are rewarded for their volunteer service with our non-profit partners.
It’s our way of giving back to the folks who give, and another way our co-op supports the local organizations that create meaningful, lasting impact in our community. Hear from one owner volunteering with Friends of the Kaw!
After nearly a year of meetings, discussions and edits, the Board unanimously voted to add a fifth statement to our Ends policy.
Building a community based on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Adding this End, formalizes our co-op's commitment to justice, equity, diversity and inclusion; and it will have a lasting impact on store operations, hiring, sourcing, training and product mix. The Merc Co+op is more than the stores we operate. We are a community of people with values. We look forward to a new year and the continued effort of our GM and her team to act on, interpret and measure how we will meet this new statement and all of our Ends.
The Merc Co+op Board of Directors meets the first Monday of each month. Learn more about the Board, their meetings and responsibilties each month in their Board Report.
