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Wellington Farmers Market – Thank You!

In order to contribute to the dynamism of the communities where it is established, Avantis Coopérative has relaunched for a 2nd edition its philanthropic campaign Coopère-Don for the benefit of rank-and-file workers, health establishments and family homes in the region. took place from May 20 to June 19 . During this period, all of the cooperative's business sectors participated by donating a portion of the profits collected on targeted products.

The possibility of making an online donation was added this year. The 27 renovation centers, the 12 convenience and grocery stores, the 10 machinery centers as well as the agricultural sector all pitched in to collectively raise $52,500, including $27,500 for the foundations of health establishments. in Avantis territory, $15,000 for regional workers and $10,000 for family homes.

Source : Avantis

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