Ownership

People's Food Co-op is owned by a growing number of individuals and families that have chosen to become owners. These folks have certain rights and responsibilities that come with ownership of the business.

MANY HAVE PURCHASED OWNERSHIP SHARES!

Current count: 917! (as of 8/30/10)

Nothing will help us move toward our goal of a larger People's Food Co-op more than you joining our growing ranks of Owners. We are a community based grocer, and you are why we are here, and it is you that can make the difference by investing in the future of your Co-op.

Ownership Terms and Benefits:

  • Owner's rights and responsibilities, as outlined in the Bylaws are equal for each card-holding owner in good standing.
  • Special owners-only discounts
  • Discounted prices on items ordered in bulk or cases
  • One-time 10% discount during Owner Appreciation Weeks, held four times annually
  • Voting privileges for all elections and eligibility to run for the Board of Directors, see Governance for more information
  • Invitation to member events, dinners, and open meetings, including the Annual Meeting
  • Ownership in People's is not transferable
  • Owner benefits are for cardholders only, owners must proof of identity as requested by staff
  • PLEASE NOTE: In years when the PFC is profitable (once we've relocated and stabilized), owners will also receive a dividend based on their volume of purchases during a given year

If you are interested in becoming an owner of People's Food Co-op, please take a look at the following materials, and feel free to contact Chris (492.6468) or come into the store with questions. Thanks!

  • Own Up! -- a brochure that lays out all the important information about what you'll get as an owner and why it matters...download
  • Ownership Agreement -- A statment of owner rights and responsibilities that needs to be signed and returned with every new ownership share...download
  • Owner Handbook -- A comprehensive look at ownership, including our bylaws...download

NOTE: We cannot take share payments online at this time. Thanks for your understanding.