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Change for our Community Application Open


  • The Merc Co+op 901 Iowa Street Lawrence, KS, 66044 United States (map)

Change for our Community

Change for our Community gives shoppers the opportunity to donate their spare change to local organizations every time they shop. Each month a local organization is featured as the recipient, and 100% of all donations collected go to that specific organization. In fiscal year 2022, we — as a co-op community — raised $85,484. Since the program began in January 2014, we have raised $649,000 for 66 neighborhood nonprofits.

Interested in becoming a Change Partner organization?

APPLY FOR CHANGE

  • Applications are submitted through our website during the month of October.

    • Change applications are available October 1 of each year. 

    • The deadline for submitting applications is October 31 of each year.

  • Applications accepted in October are considered for all months in the following year.

  • Please provide certification of the organization’s non-profit status and any additional information that would help inform the co-op about the organization’s work and intended use of funds by email on completion of your application.

Questions? Reach out to us!

Earlier Event: September 28
Private Event at the KCK Classroom Kitchen
Later Event: October 1
Owner Appreciation Days