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Suma has been planting trees in our local valley for many years. Previously we worked with Treesponsibility who have recently passed the baton to Forus Tree, a workers co-operative and not-for-profit social enterprise with over 20 years of tree planting heritage and experience. They aim to mitigate the effects of climate change and restore biodiversity […]
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As we get closer to Christmas, we have another special reason to celebrate.. The remarkable journey of Chris, a dedicated Suma member whose commitment goes beyond the workplace. For this festive edition of the newsletter, we mark Chris’ 34th anniversary here at Suma and delve a bit deeper into his story of giving. Having already […]
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Plunkett Foundation is a UK charity that supports people in setting up and running a wide range of businesses owned by local communities, where members have equal and democratic control. As of the beginning of 2023, Plunkett represented around 750 community-owned businesses in rural and urban areas throughout the UK, including shops, pubs, woodlands, farms, […]
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Please tell us a little about your business.Easter Greens is a vibrant 100% vegan grocery store that offers an extensive range of products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, wholesome wholefoods, delectable snacks, innovative meat and dairy alternatives, as well as eco-conscious toiletries and household essentials. Can you describe your shop to us?Imagine stepping into a […]
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From the outside looking in, a co-operative may look like any other business but it’s how we operate that makes us different. Owned and run by our members, all co-ops share a set of values and principles. One of the core principles driving us is our commitment to the community – whether it’s aiding education […]
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Chapeltown Cohousing (ChaCo) is a social, co-housing project in Leeds and a brilliant example of how communities can create their own sustainable, low energy and low carbon affordable homes. Back in 2017, Suma gave ChaCo a loan to help this amazing project create housing for 33 families. After an unforgettable 13 year roller coaster ride, […]
