Mandela Foods Cooperative

Mandela foods cooperative is a catalyst for change that seeks to transform a neglected neighborhood into a dynamic, healthy and prosperous community for the benefit of residents, employees, commuters and local farmers. Through mandela foods cooperative, this change is realized through a locally owned and operated full-service grocery store and nutrition education center located in west oakland, a community long underserved in grocery retail. The cooperative offers local goods, wholesome, fresh and affordable produce grown on family farms, nutrition education classes and a cooperative economic investment program that provides multi-level investment for community residents.