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Natural Grocers® and Rodale Institute Celebrate Earth Month with Annual Ladybug Love Campaign, April 1-30, 2025

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Natural Grocers is partnering with Rodale Institute for its annual Ladybug Love campaign during Earth Month (April 1-30, 2025). The campaign aims to raise awareness about beneficial insects in regenerative agriculture and support organic farming practices.

The initiative targets to raise $100,000 for Rodale Institute's Farmer Training Programs through multiple channels: $1 donation for each Ladybug Love pledge (up to $25,000), customer donations at registers ($1, $5, or $10), and $2 donation for each Ladybug Zip Pouch sold (April 22-24).

Additional campaign features include:

  • Special benefits for {N}power members, including $5 off purchases and free -edition Ladybug Love merchandise
  • A 'Count the Ladybugs' sweepstakes offering a $500 gift card prize
  • Three-day Earth Day event (April 22-24) featuring special discounts and giveaways

Natural Grocers collabora con Rodale Institute per la sua annuale campagna Ladybug Love durante il Mese della Terra (1-30 aprile 2025). La campagna ha l'obiettivo di sensibilizzare riguardo agli insetti benefici nell'agricoltura rigenerativa e di sostenere le pratiche di agricoltura biologica.

L'iniziativa mira a raccogliere 100.000 dollari per i programmi di formazione per agricoltori del Rodale Institute attraverso diversi canali: una donazione di 1 dollaro per ogni impegno di Ladybug Love (fino a 25.000 dollari), donazioni dei clienti alle casse (1, 5 o 10 dollari) e una donazione di 2 dollari per ogni Ladybug Zip Pouch venduto (22-24 aprile).

Le caratteristiche aggiuntive della campagna includono:

  • Benefici speciali per i membri di {N}power, tra cui 5 dollari di sconto sugli acquisti e articoli in edizione limitata di Ladybug Love gratuiti
  • Un concorso 'Count the Ladybugs' con in palio una carta regalo da 500 dollari
  • Un evento di tre giorni per il Giorno della Terra (22-24 aprile) con sconti speciali e omaggi

Natural Grocers se asocia con Rodale Institute para su campaña anual Ladybug Love durante el Mes de la Tierra (1-30 de abril de 2025). La campaña tiene como objetivo crear conciencia sobre los insectos beneficiosos en la agricultura regenerativa y apoyar las prácticas de agricultura orgánica.

La iniciativa busca recaudar 100,000 dólares para los Programas de Capacitación de Agricultores del Rodale Institute a través de múltiples canales: una donación de 1 dólar por cada compromiso de Ladybug Love (hasta 25,000 dólares), donaciones de clientes en las cajas (1, 5 o 10 dólares), y una donación de 2 dólares por cada Ladybug Zip Pouch vendido (22-24 de abril).

Las características adicionales de la campaña incluyen:

  • Beneficios especiales para los miembros de {N}power, incluyendo 5 dólares de descuento en compras y artículos de Ladybug Love en edición limitada gratuitos
  • Un sorteo 'Count the Ladybugs' con un premio de tarjeta de regalo de 500 dólares
  • Un evento de tres días por el Día de la Tierra (22-24 de abril) con descuentos especiales y obsequios

내추럴 그로서스로다일 연구소와 협력하여 연례 레이디버그 러브 캠페인을 지구의 달(2025년 4월 1일-30일) 동안 진행합니다. 이 캠페인은 재생 농업에서 유익한 곤충에 대한 인식을 높이고 유기농 농업 관행을 지원하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.

이 이니셔티브는 로다일 연구소의 농부 교육 프로그램을 위해 100,000달러를 모금하는 것을 목표로 합니다. 여러 경로를 통해: 레이디버그 러브 약속 당 1달러 기부(최대 25,000달러), 계산대에서 고객 기부(1, 5 또는 10달러), 그리고 판매되는 레이디버그 집 파우치 당 2달러 기부(4월 22-24일).

캠페인의 추가 특징은 다음과 같습니다:

  • {N}power 회원을 위한 특별 혜택, 구매 시 5달러 할인 및 무료 레이디버그 러브 한정판 상품
  • 500달러 기프트 카드 상품이 걸린 '레이디버그 세기' 경품 행사
  • 특별 할인 및 경품이 있는 3일간의 지구의 날 행사(4월 22-24일)

Natural Grocers s'associe avec Rodale Institute pour sa campagne annuelle Ladybug Love pendant le Mois de la Terre (1-30 avril 2025). La campagne vise à sensibiliser sur les insectes bénéfiques dans l'agriculture régénérative et à soutenir les pratiques agricoles biologiques.

L'initiative vise à collecter 100 000 dollars pour les programmes de formation des agriculteurs du Rodale Institute par le biais de plusieurs canaux : un don de 1 dollar pour chaque engagement de Ladybug Love (jusqu'à 25 000 dollars), des dons des clients à la caisse (1, 5 ou 10 dollars) et un don de 2 dollars pour chaque Ladybug Zip Pouch vendu (22-24 avril).

Les caractéristiques supplémentaires de la campagne comprennent:

  • Des avantages spéciaux pour les membres de {N}power, y compris 5 dollars de réduction sur les achats et des articles en édition limitée de Ladybug Love gratuits
  • Un concours 'Count the Ladybugs' offrant un prix de carte-cadeau de 500 dollars
  • Un événement de trois jours pour le Jour de la Terre (22-24 avril) avec des réductions spéciales et des cadeaux

Natural Grocers arbeitet mit Rodale Institute für die jährliche Ladybug Love-Kampagne während des Erdenmonats (1.-30. April 2025) zusammen. Die Kampagne zielt darauf ab, das Bewusstsein für nützliche Insekten in der regenerativen Landwirtschaft zu schärfen und biologische Anbaumethoden zu unterstützen.

Die Initiative hat das Ziel, 100.000 Dollar für die Farmer-Trainingsprogramme des Rodale Institute durch verschiedene Kanäle zu sammeln: 1 Dollar Spende für jedes Ladybug Love-Versprechen (bis zu 25.000 Dollar), Kundenspenden an den Kassen (1, 5 oder 10 Dollar) und 2 Dollar Spende für jeden verkauften Ladybug Zip Pouch (22.-24. April).

Zusätzliche Merkmale der Kampagne umfassen:

  • Besondere Vorteile für {N}power-Mitglieder, einschließlich 5 Dollar Rabatt auf Einkäufe und kostenlose limitierte Ladybug Love-Waren
  • Ein 'Count the Ladybugs'-Gewinnspiel mit einem Preis von 500 Dollar in Form einer Geschenkkarte
  • Eine dreitägige Veranstaltung zum Erdentag (22.-24. April) mit besonderen Rabatten und Geschenken

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Customers can support Rodale Institute's mission to help farmers adopt regenerative organic practices by pledging, purchasing, or donating at the register

LAKEWOOD, Colo., March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of Earth Month, Natural Grocers® is partnering with Rodale Institute for its annual Ladybug LoveSM campaign. A longtime leader of the organic movement through national advocacy efforts and rigorous product standards, Natural Grocers encourages its communities to pledge to protect beneficial insects and further Rodale Institute's mission to help farmers adopt regenerative organic agricultural methods.

Annual Ladybug Love campaign raises awareness about the role beneficial insects play in regenerative agriculture.

RODALE INSTITUTE
For more than 77 years, Rodale Institute has advanced organic agriculture through science, proving that healthy soil = healthy food = healthy people. With over 33 active research projects across 12 sites, it is a global leader in regenerative organic research and solutions.

This year's Earth Month fundraising efforts will benefit Rodale Institute and its Farmer Training Programs—highly immersive, full-time programs that train farmers in  organic practices and offer a pathway to careers in regenerative organic crop and vegetable production.

"We're honored to be chosen as a cause supported by Natural Grocers and its customers," said Rodale Institute CEO Jeff Tkach. "When shoppers invest their hard-earned dollars in the Institute's work, they're supporting small family farms, improving the environment, and growing the body of scientific research that equips farmers to adopt regenerative organic practices."

LADYBUG LOVE 
"Natural Grocers' Ladybug Love campaign raises awareness about the crucial role beneficial insects play in our food supply and regenerative farming," said Raquel Isely, Vice President of Marketing for Natural Grocers. "It's fitting that this year's campaign supports Rodale Institute because its groundbreaking research and farmer-support programs drive meaningful change in agriculture and food production. Through the generosity of our customers and Rodale Institute's commitment, we can help launch or refine careers in organic agriculture. We are grateful to our customers for sharing our passion to protect beneficial insects, the land, and our planet." 

PLEDGE, PURCHASE OR DONATE
Customers can take or renew their Ladybug Love pledge online, committing to avoiding chemicals that harm ladybugs and other beneficial insects in their homes, yards, and gardens while supporting 100% organic produce. Natural Grocers aims to raise $100,000 in April for Rodale Institute's Farmer Training Programs through the following in-store fundraising opportunities:

  • Natural Grocers will donate $1 (up to $25,000) to Rodale Institute for every Ladybug Love pledge signed from April 1-30.[i]
  • Customers can donate $1, $5, or $10 at the register to support Rodale Institute's Farmer Training Programs from April 1-30.
  • For every Ladybug Zip Pouch sold from April 22-24, Natural Grocers will donate $2 to Rodale Institute.
  • {N}power® members who make or renew their pledge from April 1-15 will receive $5 off their purchase from April 22-24.[ii]
  • {N}power members will also receive a free limited-edition Ladybug Love reusable bag and sticker with any purchase from April 22-24.[iii]

{N}power is Natural Grocers' FREE member rewards program, offering exclusive discounts, digital coupons, and members-only benefits. Customers can sign up for {N}power at www.naturalgrocers.com/npower.[iv]

COUNT THE LADYBUGS SWEEPSTAKES 
Through April 26, customers are invited to count the ladybugs hidden throughout the pages of Natural Grocers' good4u® Health Hotline® magazine (Vol. 93), for the chance to win a $500 Natural Grocers gift card.

  • To enter, customers must fill out the form in the magazine and drop it off at any Natural Grocers store by April 26, 2025.
  • A drawing will determine the winner from all correct entries.[v]

SPECIAL EARTH DAY EDUCATION & DEALS
Throughout April, Natural Grocers will continue to celebrate Earth Month, by sharing regenerative living insights and resources related to food, homes, gardens and yards. The celebration culminates in a three-day Earth Day event, April 22-24, featuring special discounts, giveaways and sweepstakes.

ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements. The grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives, or sweeteners (as defined by its standards), synthetic colors, or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition Education programs to help customers and Crew make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is committed to its 5 Founding Principles—including its "Commitment to Community" and "Commitment to Crew". In fiscal year 2024, the Company invested more than $15 million in incremental compensation and discretionary payments for Crew. Headquartered in the Union Square neighborhood of Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 169 stores in 21 states. Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information and store locations. 

ABOUT RODALE INSTITUTE
Rodale Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to growing the regenerative organic agriculture movement through rigorous research, farmer training, and education. The Institute's groundbreaking science and direct farmer support programs serve as a catalyst for change in farming and food production worldwide. Over its 77-year history, Rodale Institute has proven that organic farming is not only viable but essential to humanity's survival.

[i] Pledge must be made between 4/1/25 and 4/30/25 at naturalgrocers.com/ladybuglove to qualify for matching donation. Following the pledge period, Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, inc. will make a single matching donation of up to $25,000 in support of the Rodale Institute fundraiser.

[ii] Valid for {N}power members only. Pledge must be made between 4/1/25 - 4/15/25 at naturalgrocers.com/ladybuglove to qualify for matching donation and {N}power member discount. $5 discount will be applied to the product's regular non-discounted price. Offer will be autoloaded to member's account. Enter phone number at checkout to redeem offer, must be redeemed at checkout between 4/22/25 and 4/24/25. Valid for in-store customer purchases only. Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc. will make a single donation of $25,000 in support of the Rodale Institute fundraiser.

[iii] Limit one per {N}power customer. Valid 4/22/25 - 4/24/25 while supplies last. No rainchecks. {N}power offers available only to registered members and are subject to program terms and conditions available at www.naturalgrocers.com/npower.

[iv] Message and data rates may apply. See naturalgrocers.com/privacy for the Company's Privacy Policy and naturalgrocers.com/terms for the {N}Power terms of use.

[v] Count the Ladybugs sweepstakes starts on 3/28/25 and ends on 4/26/25. No purchase necessary. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Maximum of one entry per person per prize category. Open only to legal residents of states in which Natural Grocers currently has store locations, 18 years or older at the time of entry: AZ, AR, CO, ID, IO, KS, LA, MN, MO, MT, NB, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA and WY. Void where prohibited by law. For Official Rules and complete details, visit www.naturalgrocers.com/sweepstakes. Sponsor: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.

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FAQ

How much is Natural Grocers aiming to raise during the 2025 Ladybug Love campaign?

Natural Grocers aims to raise $100,000 in April 2025 for Rodale Institute's Farmer Training Programs through various fundraising initiatives.

What benefits do {N}power members get during the 2025 Ladybug Love campaign?

Members who pledge between April 1-15 receive $5 off purchases (April 22-24) and a free -edition Ladybug Love reusable bag and sticker with any purchase.

What is the prize for the 2025 Natural Grocers Ladybug counting sweepstakes?

Participants can win a $500 Natural Grocers gift card by correctly counting ladybugs in the good4u Health Hotline magazine and submitting entries by April 26, 2025.

How does Natural Grocers' 2025 Ladybug Love campaign support Rodale Institute?

The campaign donates $1 per pledge (up to $25,000), accepts customer donations at registers, and contributes $2 from each Ladybug Zip Pouch sale to support Rodale's Farmer Training Programs.

When is Natural Grocers' Earth Day event in 2025?

Natural Grocers will hold a three-day Earth Day event from April 22-24, 2025, featuring special discounts, giveaways, and sweepstakes.
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