Natural Grocers is preparing to open a new store Jan. 22 at 515 Morrison Road in Brownsville, Texas, the retailer’s 24th location in the state.
The festivities will begin at 8:15 a.m. with a $2,500 donation presentation to the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Natural Grocers’ local food bank partner. An official ribbon-cutting ceremony with the store manager, community leaders and special guests will follow.
“We’re excited to bring Natural Grocers to Brownsville,” said Raquel Isely, VP of Natural Grocers.
“Texas has been an important part of the Natural Grocers family since 2008, and Brownsville – one of the fastest-growing communities in the Rio Grande Valley – has long been on our list. With its vibrant culture, rich history and incredible proximity to nature and the Gulf Coast, Brownsville is a perfect match for our commitment to affordable, healthy living. We look forward to serving residents and visitors with premium-quality natural and organic groceries.”
Grand opening festivities at the Brownsville location will include:
- Jan. 22: The first 150 customers in line will receive a Natural Grocers mystery gift card (values range from $5-$500).
- Jan. 22: The first 500 shoppers will receive a hand-crafted lunchbox, woven in collaboration with artisans in Peguche, Ecuador.
- Jan. 22: Spin the Natural Grocers prize wheel between noon and 5 p.m. for a chance to win prizes.
- Jan. 22-Feb. 28: Shoppers can take advantage of grand opening specials, such as 100 percent USDA Certified Organic Cosmic Crisp Apples ($1.99/lb), bacon and bacon alternatives ($2.99/package) and Natural Grocers Brand organic cheese shreds and slices ($2.99 each).
- Jan. 22-Feb. 5: Grand opening sweepstakes – Customers can enter to win prizes like an Aventon e-bike and a $500 Natural Grocers gift card.
Customers also will experience a focus on regenerative products and practices. From checkouts free from single-use bags to organic, non-GMO private label products and ecologically thoughtful in-store features, the company focuses on a mutually beneficial relationship with nature.
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Customers also will have access to nutritional health coaching. They will have direct access to personalized assistance throughout their health journeys with an onsite nutritional health coach. Vanessa Duran (the incoming coach) holds a master’s degree in nutrition, plus additional specialized training and education to assist customers and the community with a variety of services. Click here to learn more.
As part of its commitment to the Brownsville community, Natural Grocers will support the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) through its “Bring Your Own Bag” program, donating five cents for every shopping trip where customers use their own bags. This initiative not only encourages sustainable shopping practices but also benefits local families by contributing to the essential work of the pantry.
The Food Bank of the RGV is the seventh largest food bank in Texas (based on distribution) and 49th in the U.S. out of the 200 network food banks. Incorporated in 1986, it has grown to be the largest charity in South Texas based on clients served. This partnership will help support its mission, improving lives through food assistance, nutrition education and access to community services.
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