
The Co-op is owned and democratically controlled by its Member-Owners. By joining the Co-op, you become a part owner of our socially responsible business.
Member-owners also participate in decision making in the Co-op, electing a Board of Directors at the Co-op annual meeting.
Member-Owners also receive a selection of additional benefits.
Member-ownership costs:
- An equity investment of $200,
or
- A minimum equity payment of $25 with your application, accompanied by a $15 one-time nonrefundable processing fee
- Followed by a $25 minimum payment annually (due on the anniversary of your first payment) until the balance is paid.
There is no work requirement!
Should you choose to leave the co-op, your investment is fully refundable.
There is so much to gain—and contribute—by joining.
Member-Owner Benefits
- Member-Owner Appreciation Days (Minimum 4x annually)
- Monthly Member-Owner Specials
- 5% off Flatbush Food Co-op branded products (including tinctures, vitamins, t-shirts, mugs, and bottles)
- The board may choose to return a Patronage Dividend to Member-owners at the end of profitable years, in proportion to their purchases for the year. Since 2015 we've given back over 1.2 million dollars to Member-owners!
- Discounted events and classes, and invitations to Member-owner exclusive events
- Discounts or special offers from local businesses in our Community Partnership Program
- Check writing privileges
How member-owners guide our future
- Participate in co-op decision making through annual elections
- All members have equal voting rights, including the right to run for our Board of Directors
- Constructive suggestions are always welcome!
And most importantly, your involvement in a member-owned cooperative helps build a stronger, healthier local community.
As part of the cooperative movement, we are helping to change the way business is conducted in America and around the world.
Get more involved in the co-op
As a Member-Owner, there are many ways that you can support the Co-op:
- Attend our events,
- You can sign up for our email list or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram,
- Shop and dine with our community partners,
- Attend a board meeting, vote for our Board members, recommend a candidate, or run yourself,
- Share your opinions with FFC staff or fill out a suggestion form at customer service,
- Encourage your friends to check us out,
- And, of course, shop at the store!