become an owner

Everyone can shop at the co-op. Owners have a lasting stake in our cooperative community.


wanna own a grocery store
 

how it works:

make a one-time equity investment of $75 per adult

receive a new owner information packet, a $10 welcome coupon and a gift

use your owner number when you shop

 
 

When you become a Viroqua Food Co+op owner, your

one-time equity payment helps to:

  • Support Local Producers

    We prioritize local farmers and producers and are often the first retail business to take a chance on folks just entering the market. We are proud to work with 200 local farmers and producers. Local products make up over 30% of our annual sales.

  • Build Community

    From donating to local nonprofits to creating an inviting space where everyone is welcome, our co-op is so much more than a grocery store.

  • Protect the Environment

    From our commitment to organically produced products to the array of solar panels on our roof, we seek to operate in ways that positively affect the environment. At the co-op, over 42% of our annual sales are comprised of certified organic products.

  • Grow Our Local Economy

    As a co-op our profits stay local which means more of your food dollars benefit our community and local economy.

 Become an owner online!

Owner Benefits

  • save an extra 10% on Co+op Deals

  • save $10 on select Driftless Folk School Classes

  • run for the board of directors

  • nominate and vote for Give Where You Live recipients

  • vote in co-op elections

  • an invitation to our annual owner’s meeting

  • eligible for a patronage refund*

    * Refunds may be declared in profitable years and are proportional to the amount you spend

owner gift package
 

Sign up today and enjoy:

  • $10 welcome coupon for your next shopping trip

  • a free Viroqua Food Co+op canvas tote or ball cap

 

good. local. food.