Beans for Bags Application

Please submit the form below if you would like to apply for First Alternative Co-op’s Beans for Bags program.

As you are filling out this form, keep in mind that our Co-op Owners need to know who you are, what you do, and how your organization impacts the community. It’s important to communicate the great work that you do to our Owners, so they will be encouraged to vote for you! We do ask that you keep your description to 150 words or less so we can fit everyone on the ballot. Please note that by providing information on this form, you are giving us permission to reprint and publish it on all in-store and digital communication platforms.

Applications must submitted by 9pm on August 31, 2025.

Other helpful information:

  • Beans for Bags Elections will be held from October 1-31, 2024.
  • Only Co-op Owners are eligible to vote.
  • You will be notified of the election results in November or December 2024.
  • If your organization is chosen to be a recipient, you will be assigned 3 months in the following year when your organization will be showcased on the in-store display.
  • During the quarter in which you are featured, please encourage your supporters to shop with us and help support your organization by participating in Beans for Bags.
  • First Alternative Co-op donates $1,000 per quarter to the Beans for Bags recipients, which is divided amongst 4 organizations, according to how many tokens are put into each slot.
  • Donation checks are mailed to the address provided on this application. If there is a change of address or contact person after you submit your application, please be sure to send notification of the changes to [email protected]

If you have any questions, please contact Donna Tarasawa, Outreach Specialist, via email: [email protected] or via phone: 541-753-3115 ext. 7101.

    ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

    As you are filling out this form, keep in mind that our Co-op Owners need to know who you are, what you do, and how your organization impacts the community. It’s important to communicate the great work that you do to our Owners, so they will be encouraged to vote for you! We do ask that you keep your description to 150 words or less so we can fit everyone on the ballot. Please note that by providing information on this form, you are giving us permission to reprint and publish it on all in-store and digital communication platforms.

    Applications must submitted by 9pm on August 31, 2025.

    Other helpful information:

    • Beans for Bags Elections will be held from October 1-31, 2024.
    • Only Co-op Owners are eligible to vote.
    • You will be notified of the election results in November or December 2024.
    • If your organization is chosen to be a recipient, you will be assigned 3 months in the following year when your organization will be showcased on the in-store display.
    • During the quarter in which you are featured, please encourage your supporters to shop with us and help support your organization by participating in Beans for Bags.
    • First Alternative Co-op donates $1,000 per quarter to the Beans for Bags recipients, which is divided amongst 4 organizations, according to how many tokens are put into each slot.
    • Donation checks are mailed to the address provided on this application. If there is a change of address or contact person after you submit your application, please be sure to send notification of the changes to [email protected]

    If you have any questions, please contact Donna Tarasawa, Outreach Specialist, via email: [email protected] or via phone: 541-753-3115 ext. 7101.

      ORGANIZATION INFORMATION