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 If you live in the beautiful state of Washington, chances are you’ve heard of Skagit Valley Food Co-op. If not, you’ll definitely want to put this one on your list of Co-ops to visit!

“Yes, we are a Co-op. Here’s what that means, in a nutshell: We are hyper-local and hyper-democratic, with values based on equality, equity, and solidarity. We are owned by 13,000 households in the community. Every owner-member has equal share, and equal say, in how the Co-op is run.”

Skagit Valley Food Co-op MAP

From I-5 take exit #226 (Kincaid St.). This is Highway 536. Go west (left if coming from the south and right if coming from the north) to Third St. Turn right at the Courthouse on the corner of 3rd Street and go about five blocks. As you drive underneath the large 2nd St. overpass, look for the Co-op parking lot and main entrance on your left. Can’t miss it!

Since 1973, the Co-op has been connecting the people of the Skagit Valley and its environs to local farmers, producers, suppliers, and those who production methods match their own — with holistic living, mindful sustainability, ethics, and community in mind.

 Store Name:

Skagit Valley Food Co-op

Website:

www.skagitfoodcoop.com

Store Location

202 South First Street, Downtown Mount Vernon, Washington

(Located at the corner of South First Street and Division Street, just east of the mighty Skagit River. Take Exit 226 (Kincaid Street) off of I-5 for a visit.)

Phone Number

(360) 336-9777

Hours of Operation

Mon-Sat 8am-9pm Sun 9am-8pm
SkagitValleyCollageStore Specialties

We are a food Co-op featuring natural and healthy food choices. We have a large certified organic produce section. There is a full mezzanine mercantile department offering exciting goodies for the whole family. We strive to have environmentally friendly products as well as fair trade items while still being affordable. This mercantile department carries books, cards, jewelry, clothing, toys, housewares and baby items and of course,  Root Concept Stickers. They also  have a full service Deli with a hot bar and salad/soup bar.

Mission Statement

The Skagit Valley Food Co-op is a not-for-profit organization whose purpose is to provide good food at a low price. As stated in the Co-op By-Laws: “The Co-op shall promote member welfare by utilizing their united funds and their united efforts for the purchase and distribution of commodities in accordance with the following criteria:
  • Maintaining the non-for-profit status of the Co-op
  • Offering high quality products which contribute to good nutrition
  • Supporting a low impact, non-harmful approach to the environment
  • Supporting local suppliers and producers
  • A commitment to building a cooperative economy and supporting others who share that commitment
  • A commitment to educational programs relevant to members and non-members in the community