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We put a spotlight on one of the inspiring organisations we work with – local legends, Surplus to Purpose – a beacon of innovation in the fight against food waste. As part of our ongoing work on sustainability, some of our team were recently able to visit our good friends at Surplus to Purpose (SToP), […]
Posted in Local Legends
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 […]
Posted in Customer Profile, Latest, People
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, […]
