Dear Seward Co-op Community, Many of you are closely following the news about an ICE-involved shooting very close to the Friendship store. We know that many community members–including staff and shoppers–have already been dealing with the additional stress brought on by ICE deployments in our neighborhoods. Yesterday’s shooting death of Renee Nicole Good exacerbates an…
The new year often comes with pressure to reinvent ourselves overnight with new routines, rules, and expectations. But what if we focused on sustaining existing healthy habits? At Seward Co-op, we are welcoming 2026 with the same you: nourished, supported, and ready to take on a new year.
Ownership Price Increase FAQ What is the ownership price increase? Nearly 90% of Seward Co-op owners who participated in the 2025 Board of Directors election voted to increase the price of ownership from $75 to $99 for all current and future owners. This change helps ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the cooperative, along with sustaining the local food systems, staff…
You’ll need… Cupcakes (any flavor) White frosting Colored icing (for face details) Marshmallows Pretzel sticks (for arms) Chocolate chips or raisins (for buttons)
Prefer to skip the mixing bowls and go right to dessert? Our Deli has you covered with seasonal Seward-made baked goods that are sure to add the right amount of sweetness to your day.
Fat and the Moon is a women-owned, herbalist-led company crafting plant-based personal care products. Founded in 2012 by Rachel Budde, this small-scale company handmakes every product in-house using non-toxic ingredients and low-waste packaging designed to be reused or returned to the earth. Built through community relationships rather than mass retail, Fat and the Moon partners with co-ops that share their commitment to sustainability.
In 2015, Seward Co-op expanded from the location in the Seward neighborhood to the Bryant neighborhood, where our Friendship store is located on 38th Street. As we celebrate a decade of creating greater access to fresh food in the neighborhood, we’re highlighting staff who’ve made a difference in a community that has always been directly…
The Harvest holiday is a time when many of us gather with loved ones to share a meal. While that often means family, for those with kin far away or complicated ties, chosen family can be a source of connection during arguably the best season for piling a plate packed with locally-grown food. Whether you’re…
Dear Seward Co-op Community, We are reaching out to update you on the co-op’s plans to help continue food access in our communities in light of the temporary inaccessibility of SNAP and other government assistance programs due to the government shutdown that took place at the beginning of the month. With our cooperative principles in…
Re-center and Connect Thank you to all who joined us for the 2025 Annual Owner Meeting and Social Hour on Oct. 27, 2025. We had perfect fall weather while we gathered to share the results of the board of directors election, the results of the Class-A stock increase vote, celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the…
