Natural Grocers® Returns as Sponsor for the Colorado High School Cycling League in 2024
Natural Grocers, the largest family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the US, is sponsoring the Colorado High School Cycling League's 2024 season. The League, a nonprofit empowering youth through mountain bike racing, has grown significantly since its 2009 founding. In 2024, it includes almost 1,500 student-athletes from 88 teams representing about 150 high schools.
The partnership aligns with Natural Grocers' commitment to community health and wellbeing. Founded in 1955, the company operates 169 stores across 21 states, with 46 in Colorado. Natural Grocers will be present at select races, offering information about their free in-store nutrition education programs and health coaching services.
Natural Grocers, il più grande rivenditore di alimenti organici e naturali a conduzione familiare negli Stati Uniti, è sponsor della stagione 2024 della Colorado High School Cycling League. La Lega, un'organizzazione non profit che promuove i giovani attraverso le gare di mountain bike, è cresciuta significativamente dalla sua fondazione nel 2009. Nel 2024, include quasi 1.500 studenti-atleti provenienti da 88 squadre che rappresentano circa 150 scuole superiori.
Questa partnership è in linea con l'impegno di Natural Grocers per la salute e il benessere della comunità. Fondata nel 1955, l'azienda gestisce 169 negozi in 21 stati, di cui 46 in Colorado. Natural Grocers sarà presente a selezionate gare, offrendo informazioni sui loro programmi gratuiti di educazione nutrizionale in negozio e sui servizi di coaching per la salute.
Natural Grocers, el mayor minorista familiar de productos orgánicos y naturales en los EE. UU., patrocina la temporada 2024 de la Colorado High School Cycling League. La Liga, una organización sin fines de lucro que empodera a los jóvenes a través de las competiciones de ciclismo de montaña, ha crecido significativamente desde su fundación en 2009. En 2024, incluye casi 1,500 estudiantes-atletas de 88 equipos que representan aproximadamente 150 escuelas secundarias.
La asociación se alinea con el compromiso de Natural Grocers con la salud y el bienestar de la comunidad. Fundada en 1955, la empresa opera 169 tiendas en 21 estados, con 46 en Colorado. Natural Grocers estará presente en selecciones de carreras, ofreciendo información sobre sus programas gratuitos de educación nutricional en tienda y servicios de coaching de salud.
내추럴 그로서스(Natural Grocers)는 미국에서 가장 큰 가족 운영 유기농 및 자연 식료품 소매업체로서, 콜로라도 고등학교 사이클링 리그 2024 시즌을 후원합니다. 이 리그는 산악 자전거 경주를 통해 청소년을 응원하는 비영리 단체로 2009년 설립 이후 크게 성장해왔습니다. 2024년에는 약 150개 고등학교를 대표하는 88개 팀에서 거의 1,500명의 학생 선수들이 참여합니다.
이번 파트너십은 지역 사회의 건강과 웰빙을 위해 내추럴 그로서스가 헌신하는 것과 일치합니다. 1955년에 설립된 이 회사는 21개 주에서 169개 매장을 운영하고 있으며, 그중 46개는 콜로라도에 있습니다. 내추럴 그로서스는 선정된 경주에 참석하여 무료 매장 내 영양 교육 프로그램 및 건강 코칭 서비스에 대한 정보를 제공할 것입니다.
Natural Grocers, le plus grand détaillant de produits biologiques et naturels géré par une famille aux États-Unis, est partenaire de la saison 2024 de la Colorado High School Cycling League. La Ligue, une organisation à but non lucratif qui valorise les jeunes à travers des courses de VTT, a considérablement évolué depuis sa création en 2009. En 2024, elle comprend presque 1 500 étudiants-athlètes provenant de 88 équipes représentant environ 150 lycées.
Ce partenariat s'aligne sur l'engagement de Natural Grocers en faveur de la santé et du bien-être de la communauté. Fondée en 1955, l'entreprise exploite 169 magasins dans 21 États, dont 46 au Colorado. Natural Grocers sera présent lors de certaines courses pour offrir des informations sur leurs programmes gratuits d'éducation nutritionnelle en magasin et leurs services de coaching santé.
Natural Grocers, der größte familiengeführte Einzelhändler für biologische und natürliche Lebensmittel in den USA, sponsort die Saison 2024 der Colorado High School Cycling League. Die Liga, eine gemeinnützige Organisation, die Jugendlichen durch Mountainbike-Rennen eine Plattform bietet, ist seit ihrer Gründung im Jahr 2009 erheblich gewachsen. Im Jahr 2024 umfasst sie fast 1.500 Schüler-Athleten aus 88 Teams, die etwa 150 Gymnasien repräsentieren.
Die Partnerschaft steht im Einklang mit dem Engagement von Natural Grocers für die Gesundheit und das Wohlbefinden der Gemeinde. Das Unternehmen wurde 1955 gegründet und betreibt 169 Filialen in 21 Bundesstaaten, darunter 46 in Colorado. Natural Grocers wird bei ausgewählten Rennen präsent sein und Informationen über ihre kostenlosen Ernährungsbildungsprogramme und Gesundheits-Coaching-Dienste anbieten.
- Natural Grocers is expanding its community engagement through sponsorship of a youth sports program
- The sponsorship aligns with the company's founding principle of 'Commitment to Community'
- Natural Grocers has a strong presence in Colorado with 46 out of its 169 stores located in the state
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The Colorado League is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit that empowers youth through interscholastic mountain bike racing. Founded in 2009 with 202 student-athletes representing 19 teams, the program exploded in popularity. To maintain a quality experience, two conferences were established in 2015. In 2020, the program expanded to four regions.
- This year's inaugural race weekend was August 24 and 25 (in
Frisco andLeadville ), with almost 1,500 student-athletes racing from 88 teams representing approximately 150 high schools. - In 2023 the Colorado League teams contributed 1,743 hours to local trail maintenance.
- In 2023, 390 girls comprised
23% of the total high school racers (an impressive stat among the sport of cycling). - 2024
USA Cycling National Mountain Bike Championships included many Colorado League racers earning three Gold Medals and two Silver. - The
USA 2024 Olympic cycling team included three Colorado League alumni in mountain biking and track.
The exceptional, memorable, positive experiences the Colorado League provides for youth, their families, coaches and volunteers expand beyond
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"The Colorado League focuses on positive youth development from the saddle of a mountain bike. Our mission is to empower youth by providing the opportunity to engage in a healthy lifelong sport that is inclusive and welcoming. Coaches and teams foster an environment where all youth can shine. Natural Grocers' support provides resources to reach more youth and families throughout the region. Together we are impacting the present and shaping the future by providing a transformational experience," said Kate Rau, Executive Director of the Colorado League.
Raquel Isely, Vice President of Marketing at Natural Grocers added, "We are so proud to support the Colorado High School Cycling League for a second year in a row. One of our Five Founding Principles is a 'Commitment to Community' – a principle the Colorado League embodies in its own special way. This program is well-known and widely respected for encouraging healthy habits in youth, developing self-confidence, cultivating leadership and building community. It was an easy decision to align our company with such a fabulous program for another season."
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Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers has 169 stores in 21 states (46 of which are in Colorado). The Company is known for caring deeply about the health and wellbeing of its community, employees and the planet. They believe that everyone should be able to afford health and live in a thriving, regenerative environment. Committed to quality, they sell only
To maintain that "family-friendly" feel, Natural Grocers has flexible smaller-store formats allowing it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly environment. As part of its Five Founding Principles, athletes and health-minded individuals might be interested to know that Natural Grocers provides FREE science-based Nutrition Education programs and health coaching. Look for the Natural Grocers tent at select races this season and ask how you can sign up for the Company's free in-store services.
Keep up on the latest that Natural Grocers has to offer by visiting www.naturalgrocers.com or follow Natural Grocers on Natural Grocers on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or YouTube.
- To learn more about the Colorado High School Cycling League, visit www.coloradomtb.org/about.
- Click here to get involved with the Colorado League.
- Learn about Youth Sports Giving Day where the Daniels Fund and others will match every dollar donated to the Colorado League between Sept. 4-30 by clicking here.
- Visit www.naturalgrocers.com to learn more about the
Colorado -based retailer. - For media requests and/or press inquiries, please contact kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.
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 products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sweeteners, 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 2023, the Company invested
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