Whole Foods Holds Nickels for Nonprofits Drive

Whole Foods Market in Downtown Columbia is hosting a “Nickels for Nonprofits” drive, which will provide donations to The Arc of Howard County and the Friends of the Howard County Library System. Every time a customer refuses a shopping bag, the store will donate a nickel to one of the two nonprofits. The customer chooses which beneficiary.

The campaign encourages shoppers to reuse their Whole Foods shopping bags while also supporting local organizations. The drive runs through July 6, when Whole Foods will donate the proceeds to the two organizations.

The Arc of Howard County provides vocational and residential supports and services, respite care, and other programs and services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The Friends of Howard County Library System is a nonprofit organization that supports Howard County Library System (HCLS) in its mission to deliver high quality education for all ages.