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Help Start the Richmond Food Co-op!

The Richmond Food Co-op will be a member-owned full service grocery store focused on local, sustainable and affordable foods. Help us open our doors!

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Help Start the Richmond Food Co-op!

Help Start the Richmond Food Co-op!

Help Start the Richmond Food Co-op!

Help Start the Richmond Food Co-op!

Help Start the Richmond Food Co-op!

The Richmond Food Co-op will be a member-owned full service grocery store focused on local, sustainable and affordable foods. Help us open our doors!

The Richmond Food Co-op will be a member-owned full service grocery store focused on local, sustainable and affordable foods. Help us open our doors!

The Richmond Food Co-op will be a member-owned full service grocery store focused on local, sustainable and affordable foods. Help us open our doors!

The Richmond Food Co-op will be a member-owned full service grocery store focused on local, sustainable and affordable foods. Help us open our doors!

Michele Lord
Michele Lord
Michele Lord
Michele Lord
1 Campaign |
Richmond, United States
$6,280 USD 95 backers
62% of $10,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Co-ops Are Great Because...

They offer a member-owner model that allows people to shop with their values and benefit from it. The Richmond Food Co-op is focused on making it easy to get healthy, sustainable and affordable food. Even better? The cooperative brings together an engaged community to make it happen. We are a truly community grown venture united by a common vision of creating a better food future for Richmond.

Simply put, we are working to open a full-service grocery store that stocks real food that you can trust. 

Bonus: 

  • There is a democratic process that governs the business which means each member has real impact.

  • Start-up co-ops that open are more likely to succeed than traditional businesses because there is already a loyal and invested customer base.

  • Food + Community = Co-op 

    The Richmond Food Co-op will be a 100% locally owned, 100% locally governed grocery store focused 100% on supporting our local farmers, economy and community; not to mention increasing affordability of good food through a member/owner model.


    This Co-op is Great Because...

    This idea grew from two friends, to a group of 15 pioneering steering committee members, to a family of nearly 500 Member/Owners which continues to grow every day. We are half way to our goal of 1000 member/owners to open!

    There is momentum and interest fueling this venture forward - our roots are strong and we have a large social media following, earned media coverage, and recognition from the larger cooperative community.

    We are an organized and results driven group with 7 talented Board Members,a committed and passionate Project Manager and a dedicated volunteer force.

    Richmond is Ready!

    We have recently received a $10,000 seed grant to help fund our start up costs and we need your help to match the funds! 


    Help Fund THIS Campaign Because...

    This venture demonstrates that when self-responsibility and care for community come together great things happen. We urge you to lend your support and contribute to make this great thing happen.

    Plus there are some great things you can look forward to with your donation - from stylish Co-op wear to yummy dinners with Co-op Board members. 


    Help Spread the Word

    Like what you've heard? Tell your friends! Tell your family! Tell your neighbors! Shout it from the rooftops. Help us get out the word about the Co-op (and the campaign). It's a quick and easy way to help get the Richmond Food Co-op open. 


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    ThankYouCard

    $10 USD
    'Cause our mamas taught us to mind our manners.
    2 claimed

    Co-op Bumper Sticker

    $15 USD
    Show off your Co-op pride with a sleek bumper sticker
    2 claimed

    Co-op Coffee Mug

    $25 USD
    Welcome the day with some coffee in your ultra hip Co-op mug
    13 claimed

    Co-op Tank Top

    $45 USD
    It's hot out there - make sure you stay cool in your Co-op gear Details: All gear by quality & eco-conscious Triple Stamp Press - a locally owned and operated business in Richmond VA. Tank is American made cotton - everything you love about the fit, feel and durability of a vintage tank, in a brand new version.
    7 claimed

    Co-op Tshirt

    $50 USD
    Wear your Co-op love on your sleeve in your stylish tee. Details: All gear by quality & eco-conscious Triple Stamp Press - a locally owned and operated business in Richmond VA. Men's shirt on American made organic cotton - the softest, smoothest, best looking organic T-shirt available anywhere. Women's shirt is American made cotton - everything you love about the fit, feel and durability of a vintage T-shirt, in a brand new version.
    10 claimed

    Co-op Apron

    $75 USD
    Cook in Co-op style
    3 claimed

    Co-op Hoodie

    $100 USD
    Wear your Co-op love on your sleeve in your stylish tee. Details: All gear by quality & eco-conscious Triple Stamp Press - a locally owned and operated business in Richmond VA. Men's shirt on American made organic cotton - the softest, smoothest, best looking organic T-shirt available anywhere. Women's shirt is American made cotton - everything you love about the fit, feel and durability of a vintage T-shirt, in a brand new version.
    4 claimed

    Custom-Made Shirt or Tote

    $100 USD
    Hand painted, one of a kind, expressive veggie motif shirt or bag by local Richmond VA artist. Choose shirt or bag & whatever emotion and veggie you would like!
    0 out of 4 of claimed

    VIP Co-op Event

    $125 USD
    aka Party! Who doesn't love a party?!
    0 claimed

    Co-op Goodie Basket

    $175 USD
    All of the gear above can be yours! A tshirt, tank top plus sweatshirt (bonus! we will throw in a few extra goodie surprises)
    1 claimed

    Lockhart Family Farm "Pig"nic

    $300 USD
    Farm to picnic on the farm! The Lockhart Family Farm will host a picnic on their farm for two individuals. The private picnic will be designed around their Slow Food Ark of Taste pigs and consist of three courses. Attendees will also get a personal tour of the farm and a small goodie bag to take home of farm products. Dates are flexible, and can be arranged at a mutually convenient time. http://lockhartfamilyfarm.com/
    3 out of 4 of claimed

    Dinner with the Board

    $500 USD
    Sit down and break bread with Co-op Board members.
    0 claimed
    sold out

    4 Layer Cake

    $75 USD
    3 out of 3 of claimed
    Up Caret