What shareholders say

“Wholefoods of Newport is the centrepiece of the independent shops that make Newport so special. It provides an outlet for our local growers and bakers as well as stocking basics and more exotic store cupboard ingredients. I invested because I'd like to protect the diverse offering that comes from having shops of all types in our small towns." Rachel, Moylgrove

“I have spent my career in High Street shopping so I know the value of what Project Wholefoods is setting out to do.  This team is strong in all the right skills needed to keep an already profitable enterprise improving into the future. 
Their plan deserves to succeed.  When it does I will have the satisfaction of knowing I did my bit and that I was there at the beginning of it all." Shareholder, Goodwick

“I wished to support the community owership plan as soon as I heard about it.  Newport Wholefoods is an all-year-round asset to Newport and the current owners are public spirited in following the example of their predecessors in seeking for it to continue.  They supported the community excellently throughout the pandemic.  Newport would be depleted without it. Since then, I have been extremely impressed by the business plan and other information supporting this share offer.  This reflects well on the capability and commitment of the Directors, who have produced a professional and detailed campaign and plan, as volunteers, in a short space of time, withn community involvement.  It must have been disappointing not to have received the hoped-for grant and they overcame that hurdle with aplomb. This all gives me confidence in the future.' JW, Pontfaen 

“Thank you for putting together such a comprehensive business plan for Wholefoods of Newport. I was very impressed by the presentations at the inaugural meeting and the website. The shop is a Godsend for residents and visitors to Trefdraeth alike, making an important contribution to the variety and health of our diet. Llongyfarchiadau a phob lwc gyda chasglu’r arian!" Richard, Trefdraeth

“A good supply of wholefoods is fundamental to the character of Newport today. So many of us buy so many things that aren't easy to get elsewhere. I very much hope we can keep the shop going, so I'm putting my money where my mouth is!"
Alan

Companies can buy shares...

“We’ve invested in the community share offer for Wholefoods of Newport because we feel the shop is really important to Newport town centre.  People in Newport have always been very supportive of our business, so we wanted to do what we could to pass on that support, and we wish the Project Wholefoods team every success with the community purchase." Kate, Real Seeds, Newport

You can buy shares as gifts for others...

“My many grandchildren have each been offered shares. They have all been delighted to accept, not expecting any income from them, much as they need this. It is a big thing for them to own a bit of the town where they live and were brought up. Like most of their age they do not own a home. This is the only fragment of property and the only shares they own." Vicky, Newport

And you don't have to live in the local area, or even the UK, to invest...

“Wholefoods of Newport  is a tremendous asset to the town. The combination of a wide range of food and groceries, a commitment to local producers and reliably-sourced supply of organic and health foods make it unusual, even in bigger towns. Together with the rich variety of other independent shops in Newport it offers a first-class service to the community and to visitors. The Business Plan clearly aims to protect what is best about the shop as well as developing it for the future. It deserves to succeed,” Menna, Cardiff

“Wholefoods of Newport is an integral part of the retail and social life of Newport. It supplies a wide range of food and well being products, mostly organic. Much is locally sourced, thus supporting local producers. The staff are friendly and cheerful. It serves the local resident population and holiday makers. It is a fantastic asset for Newport." Linda, Cowbridge, Wales

"The Wholefood shop is a vital part of the community and critical to what makes Newport work." Paul, London

“Although supermarkets and shopping malls have their place, I am a fervent believer that we need to support local businesses, customs and trade whenever and wherever possible, no matter what part of the world we live in. This is particularly so in a town like Newport where there is such delight to be gained from wandering down the high street, noodling in and out of the different establishments, and appreciating all that they contribute to the community. When a chance came up to be part of the community purchase of Wholefoods of Newport, I couldn’t resist. Not only will my small contribution help prevent its closure, but I now get the warm glow of knowing I own a teeny, tiny bit of Wales. Now, to work on my Welsh! Rwy’n gobeithio ymweld yn bersonol yn faun.” Shona, Brisbane, Australia

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