We're proud to have supported Les Amis during their milestone 50th anniversary year, helping raise nearly £10,000 to empower Islanders with learning disabilities.

Through the sale of bags for life and a limited-edition ice cream, we've raised an incredible £9,354.94 for Les Amis. These funds will go directly towards supporting the charity’s vital work, which includes residential homes, domiciliary care, and respite services for around 100 adult Islanders at any one time.

A sweet collaboration

As part of the partnership, we teamed up with Jersey Dairy to launch a public competition inviting Islanders to create a new ice cream flavour. The winning entry, “Peachy Beachy,” was released as a limited edition in June, adding a fun and delicious twist to the fundraising efforts.

Voices of appreciation 

Shaun Findlay from Les Amis shared his gratitude: “We’re incredibly grateful to the Channel Islands Co-op for their creative and generous fundraising efforts. Through the sale of bags for life and a limited-edition ice cream, they’ve helped raise vital funds that support our work with around 100 adult Islanders at any one time. Whether through residential homes, domiciliary care, or respite services, this support helps us continue to meet a wide range of complex and evolving needs in our community. Their fundraising efforts have not only raised essential funds but also helped raise awareness of our mission in a fun and engaging way.”

Mark Cox, our CEO, added: “We’re proud to partner with Les Amis during their milestone 50th anniversary year. At the Channel Islands Co-op, we believe in supporting initiatives that make a meaningful difference in our community, and Les Amis does just that, empowering Islanders with learning disabilities to live full and independent lives. I hope that our limited-edition ice cream and bags for life not only raised vital funds but also helped shine a light on the incredible work Les Amis does every day. It’s a partnership rooted in shared values, and we’re honoured to play a part in their journey.”

Thank you for your support

This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the support of our members and customers. Every bag purchased and every scoop of Peachy Beachy enjoyed contributed to making a real difference in the lives of Islanders with learning disabilities.

Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community.