Natural Grocers® Opens Its Doors in McMinnville, Oregon, With a Grand Opening Celebration on July 1, 2026

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Natural Grocers (NYSE:NGVC) will open a new store in McMinnville, Oregon, on July 1, 2026, its 15th location in the state.

The grand opening features gift cards, giveaways, up to 50% discounts, a $2,500 donation to YCAP Food Bank, and ongoing community and sustainability programs.

News Market Reaction – NGVC

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In the Jun 17 session, NGVC gained 0.52%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement highlights continued brick-and-mortar expansion with the McMinnville store, NGVC’s...

Analysis

This announcement highlights continued brick-and-mortar expansion with the McMinnville store, NGVC’s 15th Oregon location, paired with community-focused initiatives such as a $2,500 food bank donation and an ongoing bag program benefitting YCAP. The event follows other recent promotional campaigns and a prior grand opening in Lake Geneva. Observers may track how new store additions and local marketing tie into overall sales trends, margins and future network growth disclosures.

Key Figures

Oregon store count: 15 locations YCAP donation: $2,500 Mystery gift cards: 150 customers; $5–$500 +5 more

8 metrics

Oregon store count 15 locations McMinnville store is the 15th Oregon location

YCAP donation $2,500 Grand opening donation to YCAP Food Bank

Mystery gift cards 150 customers; $5–$500 First 150 customers receive gift cards July 1

Free carryall bags 500 shoppers; $30 value First 500 shoppers receive Ecuadorian carryall bags

Grand prize e-bike $1,400 value Aventon e-bike in grand opening sweepstakes

Product discounts Up to 50% off Grand opening pricing July 1–31 on select items

Supplement SKUs Over 5,000 products Size of supplement department at McMinnville store

Food bank distribution 2 million pounds; 1.6 million meals YCAP Food Bank annual distribution via 40+ agencies

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jun 12 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Jun 12	State promo event	Positive	+0.5%	Arkansas Day promotion with gifts and {N}power savings at state stores.
Jun 11	State promo event	Positive	-0.3%	New Mexico Day celebration with member gifts and coupons across seven stores.
Jun 04	Promotional event	Positive	+1.7%	Art of Grilling weekend discounts, giveaways and food bank support.
Jun 03	State promo event	Positive	-1.7%	Oklahoma Day offers for {N}power members and focus on affordable organics.
May 27	Store opening	Positive	+5.7%	Lake Geneva, WI grand opening with giveaways, discounts and $2,500 donation.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent promotional and store-opening news has produced a mix of modest gains and declines, with one stronger positive reaction to a prior grand opening.

Recent Company History

Over the last few weeks, NGVC has issued multiple promotional and community-focused announcements, including state-themed savings events in Oklahoma, New Mexico and Arkansas, and its first Wisconsin store opening in Lake Geneva on June 10, 2026. Price reactions to these press releases have been modest, ranging from small declines to a 5.71% gain on the Lake Geneva grand opening. The McMinnville, Oregon opening continues the pattern of incremental network expansion paired with local community donations and promotional offers.

Key Terms

good manufacturing practice (gmp), usda-certified organic

2 terms

good manufacturing practice (gmp) medical

"over 80% manufactured in third-party Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certified facilities."

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is a set of government-enforced standards that ensure medicines, medical devices, and related products are produced consistently, safely, and with the quality claimed on the label. Think of it as a strict recipe and hygiene checklist for a factory that prevents contamination, errors, and product variations. Investors care because GMP compliance affects a company’s ability to sell products, avoid costly recalls or regulatory shutdowns, and maintain reliable revenue and reputation.

usda-certified organic regulatory

"including 100% USDA-certified Organic strawberries ($2.99/lb)"

"USDA-certified organic" indicates that a food product has met strict standards set by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for organic farming and processing. This certification ensures the product was produced without synthetic pesticides, genetically modified ingredients, or artificial fertilizers, much like how a product labeled as "fair trade" guarantees certain ethical standards. For investors, these products often appeal to consumers seeking natural options, which can influence market demand and company reputation.

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LAKEWOOD, Colo., June 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers^®, the leading family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the U.S., announces the opening of a new store in McMinnville, Oregon, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Located at 448 OR-99W near Pacific Highway West at Baker Creek and Northwest 19^th Street, the store will serve residents and visitors in McMinnville, Newberg, Lafayette, Dayton, Sheridan, as well as surrounding communities. The McMinnville store is Natural Grocers' 15th location in Oregon. Community members are invited to join the celebration with giveaways, savings, free samples, a prize wheel, live local radio and more.

Natural Grocers' good4u® Crew will kick off the festivities at 8:15 a.m. with a $2,500 donation presentation to the Yamhill Community Action Partnership (YCAP) Food Bank, its local food bank partner, followed by an introduction to local muralist Natalie Fletcher, who beautified the building above the main entrance, and an official ribbon-cutting ceremony with the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce and store leadership. Doors will open promptly at 8:27 a.m., welcoming customers to a celebratory shopping experience.

"McMinnville has a strong sense of community and a deep connection to food, agriculture and wellness, which aligns with who we are as a family-operated grocer," said Raquel Isely, vice president of marketing at Natural Grocers. "Residents value where their food comes from, from local farms to regional producers across the Willamette Valley, and that is reflected in how they shop and eat.

Our stores offer convenient access to affordable organic and natural groceries of the highest caliber, free nutritional education and a welcoming environment. We look forward to becoming part of the community and supporting the local food economy."

GRAND OPENING EVENTS – FREEBIES, DISCOUNTS & SWEEPSTAKES
Grand Opening festivities at the new McMinnville location include:

• July 1: Mystery Gift Cards for the first 150 customers – Be among the first in line and receive a Natural Grocers mystery gift card (values range from $5 to $500).^[i]
• July 1: Free Natural Grocers Hand-Crafted Ecuadorian Carryall Bag ($30 value) – The first 500 shoppers will receive a unique, hand-crafted bag, woven in collaboration with artisans in Peguche, Ecuador.^[ii]
• July 1: Prize Wheel – Spin the Natural Grocers prize wheel between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. for a chance to win great prizes.^[iii]
• July 1–July 15: Grand Opening Sweepstakes – Customers have the chance to win fabulous prizes, including an Aventon e-bike (valued at $1,400), a $500 Natural Grocers gift card and more. Entry forms will be available at the store.^[iv]
• July 1–July 31: Up to 50% off Natural Grocers' Always Affordable^SM Prices on premium-quality products from every department, including 100% USDA-certified Organic strawberries ($2.99/lb), Natural Grocers^® Brand Organic Cheese Shreds and Slices ($2.99 each), Bacon and Bacon Alternatives ($2.99/pkg, excludes Canadian Bacon), GT's Synergy^® Kombucha ($2.79/16 oz) and Painterland Sisters Organic Skyr Yogurt ($1.99/each).^[v]

{N}POWER^® MEMBERSHIP
As part of Natural Grocers' "Even More Affordable^SM Prices!" campaign, customers can join {N}power, the company's free rewards program, to access exclusive discounts, digital coupons, rewards benefits and other members-only features.*

• June 10–June 30: {N}power^® members will receive exclusive pricing on items such as Contented Hen^® Select Free-Range Eggs ($1.99 each, one dozen), Thousand Hills^TM 100% Grass Fed 80/20 Ground Beef ($7.99/16 oz), Natural Grocers Brand Organic Whole Milk Yogurts ($4.49/32 oz), USDA-certified organic avocados (.99¢ each), and Truly Grass-Fed^TM Natural Creamy Butter Bars ($4.99/8 oz).^[vi]

*Customers can also download and sign into the free App to join the program.^[vii]

STORE FEATURES AND THE NATURAL GROCERS EXPERIENCE
Serving communities with a wide range of natural and organic options since 1955, Natural Grocers will support McMinnville and the surrounding communities with world-class customer service from its knowledgeable and dedicated good4u Crew, healthy recipes for all diets and high product standards.

The company, ever conscious of its environmental impact, has upgraded the new space using sustainable building features and energy-saving innovations, such as non-toxic building materials and 100% LED lighting. The store will feature a contemporary layout for an efficient, yet friendly checkout experience.

Additionally, the outside of the McMinnville store has been enhanced with a large-scale mural by local artist Natalie Fletcher (@nataliefletcherart on Instagram). Fletcher, the owner of Parlor on 3rd, a McMinnville tattoo shop, designed the mural to reflect the beauty of Yamhill County, including its land and the people who cultivate it.

"I wanted a lasting reflection of how beautiful this area is and how proud I am to live here," said Fletcher. "Each season brings lush native flowers and plants that highlight the essential role of pollinators. Every day on my commute, I pass vineyards, orchards, hay fields, flower fields and farm stands, with people who are hard at work picking, planting and plowing. I also wanted to capture the breathtaking sunsets of the coastal range."

Customers can also expect:

• Environmentally Thoughtful Products and Practices: From checkouts free from single-use bags, to organic, non-GMO and Always Affordable Natural Grocers brand products and ecologically thoughtful in-store features, the company focuses on a mutually beneficial relationship with nature.
• Always Affordable Prices: Access high-quality organic and natural groceries including 100% pasture-based dairy products and free-range eggs, 100% non-GMO prepackaged bulk goods, and household essentials at Always Affordable Price. Natural Grocers also prioritizes humanely sourced and sustainably raised meats.
• Always 100% Organic Produce: Rest easy knowing Natural Grocers' organic produce is free from cross contamination with conventional/GMO items and grown without synthetic pesticides.
• Body Care That Cares Back: Natural Grocers' high standards prioritize natural, innovative and ethical body care products that deliver results without compromise.
• A Super-Sized Supplement Department: With over 5,000 products, Natural Grocers offers a large selection of vitamins and supplements, with the vast majority (over 80%) manufactured in third-party Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certified facilities.
• A Commitment to Crew: Natural Grocers is passionate about ensuring that its employees can live a healthy, balanced life. The Company is committed to positively impacting Crew's physical, emotional and financial well-being with free nutrition education programs, excellent benefits and access to the highest quality, affordably priced products. To learn more about Natural Grocers' "Commitment to Crew" and its 5 Founding Principles, click here.
• Coming Soon: Nutritional Health Coaching: Customers will have direct access to personalized assistance throughout their health journeys with an onsite Nutritional Health Coach. Click here to learn more.

YCAP FOOD BANK AND NATURAL GROCERS
As part of its commitment to the McMinnville community, Natural Grocers will support the Yamhill Community Action Partnership (YCAP) Food Bank through its Bring Your Own Bag program, donating five cents for every shopping trip in which customers use their own reusable bags. The program encourages sustainable shopping practices while also directly benefiting local families by supporting the food pantry's essential work.

"Yamhill Community Action Partnership Food Bank is proud to partner with Natural Grocers in support of local hunger relief efforts throughout Yamhill County," said Tyler Fuller, manager of the food bank. "Through this partnership, Natural Grocers is providing both a generous monetary donation and an ongoing food rescue program that will help ensure nutritious food remains in our local communities and reaches neighbors facing food insecurity.

The impact of this partnership extends across YCAP Food Bank's network of more than 40 partner agencies serving communities throughout Yamhill County. Together, these agencies help distribute more than 2 million pounds of food annually, which is equivalent to approximately 1.6 million meals for local individuals and families."

• To learn more or get involved with the YCAP Food Bank, visit https://yamhillcap.org/.
• Click here to learn more about Natural Grocers' Commitment to Community and their "Bring Your Own Bag Program," benefitting the YCAP Food Bank.
• Learn more about Natural Grocers by visiting naturalgrocers.com.
• Click here for a complimentary media kit.
• For media inquiries contact kmacarelli@naturalgrocers.com.

ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products and dietary supplements. The grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives or sweeteners (as defined by its standards), synthetic colors or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy products and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean and convenient retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition Education programs to help customers and Crew make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers is committed to its Five Founding Principles—including its "Commitment to Community" and "Commitment to Crew." In fiscal year 2025, the Company invested more than $16 million in incremental compensation and discretionary payments for Crew. Headquartered in Lakewood, CO, Natural Grocers has 172 stores in 22 states. Visit naturalgrocers.com for more information and store locations.

^[i] Quantity limited to first 150 customers in line at Natural Grocers' McMinnville, OR location. No rain checks. Limit one gift card per customer 18 years or older. Valid 7/1/2026 only. Void where prohibited by law.

^[ii] Quantity limited to first 500 shoppers at Natural Grocers' McMinnville, OR location. No rain checks. Limit one per customer, 18 years or older. Valid 7/1/2026 only. Void where prohibited by law.

^[iii] Prize wheel available at Natural Grocers' McMinnville, OR location. No purchase necessary. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Valid 7/1/2026, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. only, while supplies last.

^[iv] No purchase necessary. A purchase will not increase your chances of winning. Open only to legal respondents of the following states who are at least 18 years old at the time of entry: AZ, AR, CO, CO, IA, KS, LA, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NM, ND, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA, WI, and WY. Void where prohibited by law. Sweepstakes valid only at McMinnville, OR location, starting on 7/1/2026 and ending on 7/15/2026. For official rules and complete details, visit www.naturalgrocers.com/sweepstakes. Sponsor: Vitamin Cottage Natural Food Markets, Inc.

^[v] Offer only valid 7/1/2026 to 7/31/2026. Offer is redeemable only for in-store customer purchases at Natural Grocers' McMinnville, OR location, and cannot be combined with other offers. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct errors. Void where prohibited by law.

^[vi] Must be an {N}power member to receive these discounts. Offers valid only from 7/1/2026 to 7/31/2026 are redeemable only for in-store customer purchases at Natural Grocers' McMinnville, OR location, and cannot be combined with other offers. Quantity limited to stock on hand; no rain checks. Pricing excludes taxes and is subject to change without notice. Natural Grocers reserves the right to correct errors. Void where prohibited by law.

^[vii] See naturalgrocers.com/privacy for the Company's Privacy Policy and naturalgrocers.com/terms for the {N}Power terms of use.

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FAQ

When does Natural Grocers (NYSE:NGVC) open its McMinnville, Oregon store?

Natural Grocers opens its McMinnville store on July 1, 2026. According to Natural Grocers, doors open at 8:27 a.m., following a $2,500 food bank donation, mural introduction, and ribbon-cutting ceremony with the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce.

What grand opening deals are available at the new Natural Grocers McMinnville (NGVC) store?

The McMinnville grand opening includes mystery gift cards, free Ecuadorian carryall bags, a prize wheel, and discounts up to 50% off. According to Natural Grocers, featured deals cover organic strawberries, cheese, bacon, kombucha, and skyr yogurt during July promotional periods.

What is the Natural Grocers {N}power rewards program for McMinnville shoppers?

The {N}power program is a free rewards membership offering exclusive prices, digital coupons, and benefits. According to Natural Grocers, June 10–30 offers {N}power deals on eggs, grass-fed beef, organic yogurt, avocados, and butter, with enrollment available in-store or via the mobile app.

How will Natural Grocers support the YCAP Food Bank through its new McMinnville store?

Natural Grocers will support YCAP Food Bank with a $2,500 donation and ongoing contributions. According to Natural Grocers, its Bring Your Own Bag program donates five cents per reusable-bag transaction, alongside a food rescue program benefiting more than 40 partner agencies in Yamhill County.

What store features and services will the new Natural Grocers McMinnville (NGVC) location offer?

The McMinnville store will feature 100% organic produce, a large supplement department, sustainable building upgrades, and a mural by local artist Natalie Fletcher. According to Natural Grocers, an onsite Nutritional Health Coach will soon provide free personalized nutrition support for customers.

Where is the new Natural Grocers McMinnville, Oregon store located?

The new Natural Grocers store is located at 448 OR-99W near Pacific Highway West at Baker Creek and Northwest 19th Street. According to Natural Grocers, it will serve McMinnville and nearby communities such as Newberg, Lafayette, Dayton, Sheridan, and surrounding areas.