At 24 Karat Bakery Co-op, every loaf and every cookie helps build something bigger.
We believe a bakery can be more than a place to buy food, it can be a platform for positive change. Each co-op location dedicates time, resources, and a portion of its profits to projects that support the people and neighborhoods around it.
Our members don’t wait for solutions to come from outside. They design and lead them together.
Community impact starts from within.
Every owner at 24 Karat Bakery Co-op can propose or join a community project. Ideas are shared at monthly meetings, voted on by members, and brought to life through collaboration.
We set aside bakery profits and community donations to fund these efforts. That means when customers support the bakery, they’re also supporting the work happening beyond our doors.
Each location chooses its own focus, so projects reflect the real needs of each neighborhood.
Our projects change with each community, but they’re always rooted in food, learning, and connection.
Youth Baking & Food Education
Free or low-cost classes that teach kids baking basics, nutrition, and teamwork—using food as a tool for confidence and creativity.
Community Gardens & Food Access
Partnerships with local gardens and urban farms to grow ingredients, share sustainable practices, and increase access to healthy food.
Neighborhood Dinners & Cultural Events
Pop-up dinners, dessert nights, and events that celebrate culture and bring neighbors together around the table.
Sustainability & Zero Waste
Responsible sourcing, composting, and creative reuse built into daily bakery operations.
These projects help us live our values:
Teaching real-world skills and food literacy
Feeding people healthy, honest food
Connecting neighbors through shared effort
Supporting local creators and small businesses
This isn’t charity, it’s participation.
When everyone contributes, everyone rises.
There are many ways to make an impact with us:
Become an Owner — Help plan and lead community projects
Volunteer — Support events, workshops, or garden days
Partner With Us — Collaborate as a local business or organization
Support a Project — Donate or sponsor ingredients, supplies, or programs
Every contribution, big or small, helps us feed more, teach more, and build more.
This bakery belongs to the people who support it. Become a community owner and be part of something built to last.
