We Need Members!
Do you want to see a cooperatively run retail store-front offering produce, bulk foods, dairy, meats, and other grocery items here in Staunton? Want to support local, organic and sustainable agriculture?
Our Newest Members
We would like to thank the following individuals for their recent purchase of an equity share in Valley Market:
- Erin Blanton, Staunton
- Troy Siemers, Staunton
- Laura Thurman, Staunton
- John Hutchinson, Staunton
- Teri Beasley, Waynesboro
Valley Market's Mission Statement
The Co-op is a member owned and operated, not-for-profit retail organization providing quality organic and natural foods. The Co-op supports responsible environmental practices, a sustainable local economy, sound nutrition, consumer education, and social responsibility.
Valley Market's Committment
- Maintain its economic viability by promoting cooperative ownership, fostering member involvement, and responding to member needs.
- Promote a sense of community by respecting diversity and cultivating connections within the Co-op and the local communities.
- Encourage informed choices through education on issues of food, healthy lifestyles, the environment, and human rights.
- Model ethical business and employment practices by acting with honesty, integrity, and respect in the workplace and marketplace.
- Promote a sustainable economy by supporting organic and sustainable food production and other environmentally and socially responsible businesses locally, regionally, and nationally..
Our Values
- Promote our local economy: By virtue of being a community-owned business and buying from local producers, the profits are placed back in the community we serve.
- Improve our quality of life: By offering natural and organic products and supporting local farmers, we are helping to preserve open spaces and reduce harmful environmental practices.
- Cultivate co-op principles: By working cooperatively with other groups we are educating individuals on the importance of the sustainable development of our community.