We join cooperatives across all industries in celebrating Co-op Month. The cooperative business model is special for many reasons, here are just a few:

Co-ops are democratically run. Owners have an equal say in how our cooperative operates – from requesting products to electing their peers as representatives on the Board of Directors.
Co-ops are guided by the 7 cooperative principles (we added an 8th!) – the framework for how we put our values into action.
Co-ops are invested in their community – financially, economically, and socially. We reinvest in the community, support local food systems, provide educational programs and classes, and work to build a more inclusive community.
Co-ops are committed to accessibility – we believe that everyone should have access to good, healthy food.

In honor of Co-op Month, and to put the cooperative principle of “Cooperation among Cooperatives” to work, here is a short list of cooperative businesses that we invite you to support this month and every month.