FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
The Co-op is designed to honor each person’s dignity as well as to provide support and opportunities for development for those living below area financial thresholds. We expect it to benefit work-force families who are working and finding it hard to make ends meet. Love in Action housing residents, graduates and clients may also benefit. The goal is to create a community of support!
Existing LIA food provision programs have great resources, especially for in-the-moment needs. This program adds community support and learning to a food market in a unique blend that is a more intense approach with members taking initiative for each other.
Co-op is short for “cooperative” – a team building word. We see each person as part of their own solution but also a part of the solution for others. The co-op creates the unique opportunity for people to work together towards their own food provision while also learning, growing and supporting each other.
LIA is making use of almost 7,000 square feet of underutilized space already existing on the north end of the sheltered housing complex. It makes sense to use this space as it already has a food provision design and areas for gathering. This location is also close to many existing LIA clients and local manufacturers where future Co-op members are employed.