More than a grocery store.
At the Ashland Food Co-op, we're more than just a grocery store — we're a community-owned, democratically operated business where every owner has a voice and a stake in how the store grows and serves.
When you shop here, you're supporting local farmers, independent producers, and sustainable practices.
When you become an owner, you join a network of neighbors who believe in food justice, environmental stewardship, and keeping our local economy vital and vibrant. By investing in the co-op, you're making a choice: your dollars will help build something that's anchored in Ashland - not just a transaction in a big chain.
How a Co-op Works
Co-ops operate according to internationally recognized cooperative principles:
- Voluntary and open membership - anyone can join
- Democratic governance - one owner, one vote
- Economic participation - owners share in the profits through patronage dividends
- Autonomy and independence - co-ops are self-governing
- Education and training - we invest in our community's knowledge
- Cooperation among co-ops - we work with other cooperatives
- Community commitment - we work for sustainable development
- Belonging - at Ashland Food Co-op we accept all identities and cultivate a culture of belonging
Ready to become an owner?
For just $100 - or as little as $10 to start - you become a full owner of Ashland Food Co-op. Your investment is refundable, and you get all owner benefits from day one.