Mission Statement

The Whole Earth Grocery is a cooperative business in River Falls, Wisconsin, community owned and operated by its members. Its mission is:

  • To offer healthy alternative products, high-quality natural foods and related goods at competitive prices;
  • To promote lifestyles and actions which help the earth and all its people;
  • To provide high quality personal service to its customers and members and regular education about its products and cooperative philosophies to the community; and
  • To encourage active participation and involvement in cooperative principles by and with all members of the community.

Current Board Members:

  • Sue Beckham
  • Joel Deusterman
  • Jo Dusek, Vice-president
  • Steve Fox
  • Rita Kozak, Secretary
  • Keith Kozub, President
  • Babette Lightner
  • Peter Reese
  • Sue Timmerman, Treasurer

Board Meeting Schedule For 2008:

  • January 17
  • February 28
  • March 6 (annual meeting)
  • Remaining meetings to be determined

Meetings are generally held from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Members are welcome to attend; they should confirm the meeting time and location at the store beforehand.

Download the Whole Earth Grocery by-laws