Your ownership means something.
Everyone will be welcome to shop at the co-op when we open, but since Free Range Food Co-op is legally owned and democratically governed by our owners, it's crucial to have a strong ownership foundation. The number of co-op owners we have correlates directly to the level of support within the community. Your ownership investment in Free Range Food Co-op goes to work right away to build equity for the co-op, both financially and through your level of support as an owner.
When you join the co-op, you become a part of something bigger: a group of community members cooperating with each other to build a mission-driven, socially responsible business that meets our needs, right here in our own community.
Benefits of Ownership:
Own a local business with a mission to increase access to local, wholesome, organic foods and goods.
Support local growers and producers right here in our region.
Every owner has a vote and a voice! You can vote in annual board elections or run for the board yourself.
Owner incentives and bulk buying discounts once the store is open.
Access to owner-only events and specials during co-op development.
Patronage dividends during profitable years once the co-op is open, as determined by the board of directors.
Choose your payment method.
Full payment of $100 is due at time of application. You can:
Pay when you apply online (an administrative fee of $2.70 will be added to each transaction)
Mail a check along with your paper application, made payable to “Free Range Food Co-op”
This is a one time investment (no annual renewals). One ownership covers a household of up to three adults, but only the primary owner is permitted to vote in co-op elections. If other adults in the household also wish to vote, they must purchase individual ownerships.
Complete the application.
Choose “Apply Online” to pay by credit or debit card.
Choose “Mail In Application” to print an application to mail along with your check payment.
Choose “Gift Ownership” if you are purchasing an ownership as a gift for a friend or family member!
EXISTING OWNERS on payment plans: To make additional payments, use the form below.
You are an owner!
Let others know you joined! Promote your co-op and spread the word to family, friends, neighbors and co-workers.
Your ownership information will be mailed to you 7-14 days after receipt of your application.
We are a Cooperative
"We believe in we, not I. We see opportunity in each other, and everywhere. We are members, owners, family. We learn from our past, and keep our eye on the future. We love what we do. We are built for you, and by you. We are masters of our own destiny. We give back. We give big. We never stop dreaming. We are leaders...life changers. We empower people. We improve lives. We create jobs. We are people helping people. We believe everyone has a unique voice, and in the power of numbers. We are limitless. We go forward together towards success. We foster creativity and innovation. We dare to be different. We honor the individual. We celebrate the collective. We are many members. We are one force...one vision. We are building a better world. Now. Together. We are a cooperative."
~ Cooperatives for a Better World