Q: How do I join the co-op?
A: Click here for info.
Q: Do I have to be a member to shop at the co-op?
A: Yes. However, you can shop at the co-op three times without being a member, before you decide to join.
Q: Can I check it out before I join?
A: Yes. Prospective members may shop three times before attending an orientation.
Q: How much will I save on my food costs?
A: On average our members can expect to save anywhere from 10%-15% ontheir groceries each tiem tehy shop. This does not mean that the co-op will always be competitive with sale items in other stores, but overall, costs will be lower.
Q: Can I expect future prices to be lower?
A: Yes!!! As our membership roles frow and our sales increase, we will be buying in greater volume, whinturen will make us eligible for distributor discoutns. This will be passed on to our members in the form of lower prices. So the more you shope the co-op, the mor you'll save!
Q: How does the co-op price its products
A: Unlike other stores we price our products strictly by how much they cost us, passing along discounts and sales to our members.
Q: Dow the co-op accept EBT (Food Stamp Benefits)?
A: Yes.
Q: Does the co-op accept WIC?
A: No. Unfortunately the co-op has been denied WIC eligibility. We may attempt to re-apply in the future, depending on the demands of our members.
Q: Does the co-op have family memberships?
A: No. Each adult (18 or older) member of a household must fulfill membership requirements to be able to shope at the co-op. This policy is basteon the foundational principles of non-discrimination and equality. We encourage all membs of a household to join at the same time and to work out a payment schedule that suits you. Any member can work the hours for any other member.
Q: Does the co-op have parental leave?
A: Yes. Parents of a newborn can take up to 1 year of leave fro the co-op, six months each, for each child.
Q: Does the co-op have a policy for members with disabilities?
A: Members who are unable to work a shift at the co-op due to any kind of disability can receive an exemption from the work requirement. Members who can fulfill some function at the co-op will be asked to do so on a case-by-case basis.