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REI Cooperative Action Fund nears $40M grantmaking milestone with announcement of spring 2026 grantees

The REI Cooperative Action Fund, a community-driven nonprofit that supports organizations doing the essential work in making the outdoors more accessible and inclusive for everyone, announced the 44 organizations receiving a collective $3.4 million during its spring 2026 grant cycle.

May 18, 2026

REI’s biggest sale of the year happening May 15-25 with deals on 6,000+ products

REI's biggest sale of the year is back: the Anniversary Sale runs May 15-25. For 11 days, everyone can save 25% on REI Co-op brand clothing and gear, plus save up to 25% on popular outdoor brands. Members save more with exclusive coupons and ways to shop.

May 8, 2026

REI Co-op Releases 2025 Financial Results and Impact Report

REI Co‑op released its 2025 financial results and Impact Report, outlining how disciplined execution and deliberate choices strengthened the co-op’s business and supported continued investment in members, employees and the outdoors.

May 4, 2026

REI Co‑op Statement on Bargaining Status and Union’s Planned Boycott

REI Co‑op has been engaged in ongoing bargaining with UFCW and RWDSU locals over the past several weeks and met again April 28-30 to continue bargaining toward agreements covering the 11 unionized REI stores.

May 2, 2026

REI Co-op 2026 Product Impact Standards Advance Product Quality and Expand Inclusive Sizing and Representation

SEATTLE – Every product REI Co-op brings to its members is a chance to do better for people and the planet. Since launching its Product Impact Standards in 2018, the co-op has worked with brand partners to raise expectations for how outdoor gear is made. This year’s updates focus on quality…

Apr 17, 2026

REI Co-op Honors the Legacy of Jim Whittaker, Everest Mountaineering Legend and Former CEO

Seattle – We are deeply saddened by the passing of Jim Whittaker. Jim will be remembered as a true trailblazer and generous leader, and as one of the most important voices in the history of our co-op and the outdoor community.

Apr 8, 2026

REI Co-op invites the Prosper, TX community to a two-day grand opening celebration March 27–28

REI welcomes the community to a two-day grand opening celebration at the Gates of Prosper shopping center beginning Friday, March 27. A $10,000 grant will also be presented to local nonprofit Friends of LLELA to support their work in the Lewisville Lake Environmental Learning Area

Mar 10, 2026

REI celebrates Member Month with fresh rewards, new gear and $200 million in Co-op Member Rewards

REI is celebrating Member Month throughout March, giving the co-op’s 25 million members even more value from their membership through newly released rewards, fresh gear arrivals and member-only savings. This year, co-op members will receive $200 million in annual Co-op Member Rewards.

Mar 6, 2026

REI Co-op introduces spring 2026 gear and apparel designed for how members love to get outside

REI is releasing its spring collections of adventure ready gear and apparel for favorite activities of camp, hike, run and more. The new products are designed by in-house teams who draw on deep activity expertise, inclusive design principles and testing by members and employees.

Mar 5, 2026

REI Co-op Welcomes Kim Waldmann as Chief Commercial Officer

Specialty outdoor retailer REI Co-op today announced Kim Waldmann has joined the company as its new chief commercial officer, effective March 9, 2026. In this role, Waldmann will unite key elements of REI’s commercial ecosystem across stores, e-commerce and operations to strengthen how the co-op…

Mar 4, 2026