GRASS VALLEY and AUBURN, CA – Applications for BriarPatch Food Co-op’s 2026 Round Up at the Register program will be accepted starting Tuesday, July 1st. BriarPatch will designate two recipients a month – one for each store. Applications will be open until Friday, August 29th at 4pm. 

Eligible organizations must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Qualifying applicants will demonstrate a focus to improve the quality of life in their community, while aligning with BriarPatch Food Co-op’s values. 

Since 2015, BriarPatch shoppers have raised more than $350,000 for qualifying nonprofit organizations through the program. Priority will be given to applicants who did not receive “Round Up” funds in 2025.  

GC Senior Services
GC Senior Services
Sierra Streams
Sierra Streams
Two of this year’s Round Up recipients, Gold COuntry Senior Services and Sierra Streams

To receive full consideration to become a 2026 Round Up at the Register Recipient, organizations must submit a fully completed application online: https://briarpatch.coop/register-roundup-2026/

Questions? Contact us at community@briarpatch.coop or (530) 272-2667 x145.   

BriarPatch Food Co-op is a neighborly grocery store serving up local, high quality, healthy food and supporting our Sierra Foothills community since 1976. Learn more at briarpatch.coop