Welcome Owner/Members,
Become an Owner/Member!
- Be a part of building Yelm’s first ever natural and organic grocery co-operative.
- Be a part owner in the Co-op and participate in its operation and in shaping its future.
- Each owner/member, whether singular or family, has one vote at our annual meeting. Help shape the future of your Co-op.
- Participate in special offers available only for members
Full Owner/Membership
$135.00 one time fee
- $ 50.00 minimum payment with application; 18 months to pay off balance
Senior or Low-Income Owner/membership
$75.00 one time fee
- $30.00 minimum payment with application; 18 months to pay off balance
Senior and low-income are “self-defining” and require no proof of age or income.
Ownership funds are the “owner capital” of this business. They are used for purchases of equipment, may help fund initial staffing expenses and provide the basis on which lending institutions make decisions about if and/or how much to lend us should we need to borrow funds for future growth. Below is a recap of monies collected to date.
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OWNER\MEMBER STATS
| RECAP | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Total |
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Full Membership ($135) |
211 | $25,320.00 |
|
Senior\Low Income ($75) |
163 | $ 9,780.00 |
|
Total Committed Owner\Member |
374 | $35,100.00 |
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# Paid in Full |
240 | $25,745.00 |
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# Paid Partial |
134 | $ 4,629.50 |
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Last updated 10/14/2008
We are balancing three goals for Yelm Food Co-op:
1) Affordable membership
2) Funding the local co-op store
3) Expansion into a larger space
As we evolve, we will endeavor to bring you the best prices and benefits possible.
If you have any questions please use the CONTACT US button on this website.
For some common questions please click on Membership FAQ (frequently asked questions) button.
Thank you,
Yelm Food Co-op Board
Our Store
Located at: 404 First St, SE.
Yelm WA. 98597 (360) 400-2210
Hours of Operation are
Monday-Saturday 10am-7pm