Join our co-op today to access
local, sustainable products,
member discounts, and community events.

The Dill Pickle Food Co-op is a democratically governed grocery store owned by over 4,000 friends and neighbors who are passionate about working together to build a vibrant, thriving, and local food economy that supports our community. Everyone is welcome to shop at the Dill Pickle, and we encourage anyone to become an owner. Joining our co-op means joining a movement dedicated to cultivating a more sustainable food system that prioritizes people and our planet over profit, creating a brighter and healthier future for all.

Choose an ownership option below:

Join the co-op by purchasing equity for $100 per share to own a maximum of 10 shares. 

Join the co-op by purchasing equity shares in installments of $10/month.

Attention! Paying for ownership shares online includes a processing fee to cover our costs. No fee is charged for payments made in the store. If you have any questions about becoming an owner, please refer to our FAQ section. Existing owners who wish to increase their ownership shares can do so by visiting the store or contacting Josh Jensen via email at ownership@dillpickle.coop.

Why become an owner?

  • Help us grow! Owner equity is the foundation of our expanding business.

  • Have a say! The co-op is accountable to you, our community of owners.

  • Save 10% on a one-time purchase during monthly Owner Bonus Days.

  • Place special orders at a 20% case discount (some restrictions apply, email orders@dillpickle.coop for inquiries).

  • Receive new owner coupons when you join, and access special owner deals.

How does the co-op work?

  • Purchase equity for $100 per share to own a maximum of 10 shares in the co-op.

  • Invest up-front or in installments of $10/month. Equity is refundable; the co-op will buy back your shares if you move or no longer wish to use our services.

  • Receive your owner card, a copy of our bylaws, and additional info when you join.

  • Provide your owner number when you shop to track your patronage and receive your monthly discount. Receive a patronage rebate during years when the co-op runs a surplus.

How can I participate?

  • Shape the future by participating in surveys, attending orientations, forums and the annual meeting, or serving on the board of directors.

  • Vote in our annual election to seat new directors and approve bylaw amendments.

  • Connect and share through our newsletter, workshops, and events.

How can I sell back my shares?

  • At any time, you can recoup your investment by selling your shares back to the Co-op. Simply fill out & submit this form.

How can I contact owner services?

Needs-based owner program

The Needs-Based Owner Program was designed to help people with supplemental income save on food costs. The Supplemental income requirements are as follows: SNAP/EBT Food Stamps, Medicare/Medicaid, Social Security/ Veteran Disability, WIC, General Assistance, and School Lunch program. 

 To become a Needs-Based owner under these guidelines, a one-time investment of $10 dollars is made towards the purchase of their share, which is valued at $100. Once the Dill Pickle is profitable, the dividends they would receive are then used to go back into the full purchase of their $100 share so that they then become fully vested in the co-op. *Until there is an amendment to the bylaws, these members can’t vote in the annual election but are eligible to be recipients of all member benefits.

 Needs-Based owners save with every trip to the Co-op, receiving a 10% discount every time they shop. Another benefit is a stackable quarterly discount, where Needs-Based owners receive the regular 10% quarterly bonus while receiving their Needs-Based owner's 10% discount, resulting in 20% off or double the savings.  

This program allows the customer, especially during these turbulent inflationary times, to shop at the Dill Pickle consistently, save money and eventually become fully invested in the Dill Pickle Food Co-op.