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Natural Grocers, a leading U.S. organic grocery retailer, announces a nationwide hiring initiative for nearly 500 positions, focusing on locations like Dallas and Portland. The company currently employs over 4,000 staff across 162 stores in 20 states. To attract talent, it has raised wages for select positions and offers unique benefits, including substantial discounts and nutrition education. The emphasis on employee well-being aligns with its commitment to a supportive company culture, fostering growth and development through training programs and competitive pay.

On June 22, 2022, Natural Grocers featured on Good Morning America to highlight its partnership with FarmBox Foods. This collaboration utilizes Vertical Hydroponic Farms to provide fresh, organic produce sourced directly from their stores, notably in Lakewood, Colorado. The initiative aims to reduce food sourcing costs, enhance food access, and minimize waste. FarmBox Foods CEO Rusty Walker emphasized their mission to ensure food security through innovative farming techniques, including insulated shipping containers that shield crops from climate impacts.

Natural Grocers is offering free filtered water at its Billings, Montana store from June 16 to June 30, 2022, to support community members affected by recent flooding. The flooding has disrupted water supply, necessitating boil water orders in several areas. The store's reverse osmosis filtration system provides safe, high-quality drinking water without boiling. Each person can receive up to two gallons due to system limitations. Regional Manager Mat Topham expressed the company’s commitment to assisting the community during this crisis.

Natural Grocers® has announced a $5,000 donation to Color of Change in honor of the 157th anniversary of Juneteenth, commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S. This contribution aligns with the company's commitment to fostering inclusivity and diversity as outlined in its Five Founding Principles. Heather Isely, Executive Vice President, emphasized the importance of honoring cultural differences. Natural Grocers, founded in 1955, operates 162 stores across 20 states, focusing on providing natural and organic products while adhering to strict quality standards.

Natural Grocers invites customers to special Father's Day promotions from June 17-19. The store will feature discounts of up to 49% on various products, including body care and groceries, during the month of June. Additional deals over Father's Day weekend include savings of up to 39% on select items. Members of the {N}power loyalty program can receive extra discounts, including 10% off craft beer and a free snack strip on June 19. Customers can also participate in a sweepstakes to win a customized Solaray Bean Trailer.

Natural Grocers and Solaray have launched a June sweepstakes, offering {N}power members the chance to win a custom Bean Trailer valued at approximately $22,300. The giveaway coincides with the introduction of Solaray's new High Potency Liposomal Multivitamins. Members can enter by purchasing any two Solaray products or by entering online. The sweepstakes runs from June 1 to June 30, 2022, and participants must be {N}power members to enter. Natural Grocers emphasizes its commitment to quality, offering only products from GMP-certified manufacturers.