Morrisville Food Co-op is committed to community!
An important part of the Co-op’s mission is to strengthen our community – socially, environmentally, and economically.
One of the ways in which we support Lamoille County non-profit organizations, is through our program;
‘Round It Up for Change’.
Round It Up For Change (RIUFC) began in 2019 and gives shoppers the opportunity to round up their total at the register to the nearest dollar and give the difference to a local non-profit pre-selected by the local community. Lamoille County nonprofits are invited to apply to become recipients of funds collected through this program.
Here’s how the program works:
- Round it Up For Change offers Co-op shoppers the option to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar every time they check out.
- At the end of the collection period* funds are donated to the chosen nonprofit.
Criteria to apply:
- Organization must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit registered in Lamoille County.
- Organization’s work aligns with the Co-op’s mission.
(Please note that the Co-op does not donate to individuals, partisan organizations or organizations that advance a particular religious view.)
Application Process:
Eligible nonprofit organizations should complete the RIUFC application and submit it by September 30th.
Six recipients for the program are chosen via voting by Co-op members as part of the annual meeting held in the Fall. All organizations that applied will be contacted in following the Annual Meeting regarding the member voting outcome.
The Co-op’s responsibility is to raise awareness of the sponsored organization: Information on nonprofit recipient will be provided on signage at the point of sale, on our website, in the Co-op eNewsletter, and on social media.
* Each collection period runs for two months:
- Dec 1 – Jan 31
- Feb 1 – March 31
- April 1 – May 31
- June 1 – July 31
- Aug 1 – Sept 30
- Oct 1 – Nov 30
Click here for the RIUFC application.
Questions? Contact: riufc@morrisvillecoop.com
2026 Round It Up for Change
Dec. 1, 2025 – Jan. 31, 2026
Unbound Afterschool/Summer Program
Offers a wide variety of fun, well-rounded activities that give youth a safe and nurturing place to spend their afterschool hours and summer days. The program helps middle school students grow, explore new interests, and build lasting connections in a supportive environment.
Contact: Amy Thompson amy.thompson@lamoillesouth.org 802-793-0590
Feb. 1 – March 31, 2026
Lamoille Community House
A 21-bed shelter for adults featuring private rooms. Guest services help them move to permanent housing, as well as access resources for health care, mental health, and job training.
Contact: Nate Beyer nbeyer@lamoilleshelter.org 781-850-9693
April 1 – May 31, 2026
River Arts
A community arts center dedicated to enriching thousands of lives through the power of creativity. For 25 years, River Arts has provided affordable and accessible arts opportunities for all ages, including classes, exhibitions, performances, and free programs for families.
Contact: Kyle Nuse kylen@riverartsvt.org 802-888-1261
June 1 – July 31, 2026
Morristown Centennial Library – offering a safe, third-space, free access to information, programs, and opportunities to connect with the community.
Contact: Kendra Aber-Ferri kaber-ferri@centenniallibrary.org 888.3853
Aug. 1 – Sept. 30, 2026
Salvation Farms
Fosters a future where local farms feed local communities. The organization focuses on supporting farm viability and reducing waste by distributing crops into the community.
Contact: Kelly Dolan kelly@salvationfarms.org 802-888-4360
Oct. 1 – Nov. 30, 2026
Clarina Howard Nichols Center
Working to end domestic and sexual violence, stalking, and human trafficking in Lamoille County since 1981.
Contact: Becky Gonyea bgonyea@clarina.org 802-279-5262