How to Become an Owner
Why Join?
When you become a member of the Co-op, you become an owner of the business! You may join as a member for a one-time investment of $50, or as a Subscriber. (See below.) Co-op shares are $5 each. Membership requires 10 shares of stock. If you own 10 shares, you are a member. Approved Cardholders—including your partner and immediate family members in our database—can also enjoy the perks and benefits that come with your membership.
Member Benefits
Member Benefits
CO-OP REWARDS
Members earn 1% (or more) on their purchases.
SPECIAL PRICING
Members get special member pricing on Big Deals.
BULK & CASE DISCOUNTS
Members get case discount on special orders.
PATRONAGE REFUND*
Members may receive a patronage refund in profitable years.
COOKING CLASS DISCOUNT
Members get a discount pricing on all our cooking classes.
ONE VOTE IN ELECTIONS
Members may cast one vote in any elections hosted by our co-op.
BOARD ELIGIBILITY
Members are eligible to run for a seat on our board of directors.
RECALL NOTIFICATION
Members get personal notification of product recalls.
FEDCO SEEDS
Members can save money on seeds by taking part in a group order of Fedco Seeds.
CO-OP REWARDS
Members earn 1% (or more) on their purchases.
SPECIAL PRICING
Members get special member pricing on Big Deals.
BULK & CASE DISCOUNTS
Members get case discount on special orders.
PATRONAGE REFUND*
Members may receive a patronage refund in profitable years.
COOKING CLASS DISCOUNT
Members get a discount pricing on all our cooking classes.
ONE VOTE IN ELECTIONS
Members may cast one vote in any elections hosted by our co-op.
BOARD ELIGIBILITY
Members are eligible to run for a seat on our board of directors.
RECALL NOTIFICATION
Members get personal notification of product recalls.
FEDCO SEEDS
Members can save money on seeds by taking part in a group order of Fedco Seeds.
Become a Subscriber
If you own fewer than 10 shares, you are a Subscriber. You can acquire more shares through patronage refund*, or you can purchase them outright.
A Subscriber has three years to reach 10 shares or the membership will be closed.
Subscriber Benefits:
- Personal notification of product recalls
- Patronage refund*
Become a Subscriber
If you own fewer than 10 shares, you are a Subscriber. You can acquire more shares through patronage refund*, or you can purchase them outright.
A Subscriber has three years to reach 10 shares or the membership will be closed.
Subscriber Benefits:
- Personal notification of product recalls
- Patronage refund*
* Patronage refunds are not common so we suggest not relying on them, especially for membership shares.
Improve Your Financial Well-Being
Did you know your Co-op Membership comes with financial benefits? Co-op Food Stores has partnered with Lighthouse Credit Union to give all our members access to their financial services you and your whole family can enjoy:
- Personalized Financial Solutions. Lighthouse will help find the best solutions for your unique situation.
- Free Financial Resources. Access articles, courses, and videos through Enrich, an award-winning financial wellness platform.
- Lifetime Membership. Once a member, always a member at Lighthouse.
* Patronage refunds are not common so we suggest not relying on them, especially for membership shares.
