We aren’t just committed to our community — we’re owned by it!
A food co-op is a grocery store owned by your neighbors (and by you, if you choose). Unlike corporate chains, we’re totally independent and owned by the community members who shop here.
Here’s how it works: Everyone is welcome to shop, eat and hang out here. And everyone is welcome to join the co-op by making a one-time investment, and then getting back financial rewards and a vote to choose the board of directors and impact the direction of the business.
While each food co-op is unique and owned by the community, they’re also part of a network of neighborhood stores across the country that work together toward the day when everyone has the good, local, healthy food they deserve.
Everyone can shop. Anyone can own.
Good.
Change for our Community gives shoppers the opportunity to donate to local organizations each time they shop.
Local.
Products labeled local at The Merc Co+op have been raised, grown or made within 200 miles of our stores.
Food.
Our deals flyers are sure to inspire with organic produce, fresh meat and seafood, cheese and grocery staples.
What is Ownership?
The Merc Co+op provides our community a place to shop, gather, eat and learn by offering real food and sustainable products at reasonable prices through cooperative ownership and responsible commerce.
Everyone can shop at The Merc Co+op and anyone can become an owner. Ownership is an investment in a consumer-owned cooperative business that brings health to your local community. The Merc Co+op is currently owned by more than 9,500 of your friends and neighbors who have chosen to invest in a local business that is guided by policies that prioritize the well-being of its customers and community. Learn more about the benefits of ownership today!