On September 1, Co-op cashiers will issue new 10% Discount Cards to Co-op Members. These cards will be good for a once-a- month 10% discount off all discountable items purchased at one time. This will replace the old 5% discount policy. You will have to show your card to receive your discount, on the day you choose to get it.

New and Better Volunteer Rates
Still need your 5% discount? Come in and volunteer at the store! We’ve cut the number of hours you need to work before you start getting a discount–check it out. Ask store management what volunteer positions and hours are available.

A Discount at the Evolution Health and Fitness Center
The store has negotiated with the Center for a range of discounts, depending on how many co-op members join the Center. You’ll get about 12% off if five co-op members join--and if 15 or more join you’ll receive a whopping 20% off. Be sure to take your co-op Membership Card when you sign up at the Fitness Center.

Special Sales for Members Only
Every month the store will feature an excellent sale on a nice selection from various categories in the store–just for members!

Bulk Orders for Members
Orders for bulk items can be placed at 15% above the wholesale cost, plus shipping.
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The decision to change the discount procedure was made by unanimous vote by the Board of Directors at the July Board Meeting, with the advice of a large number of interested co-op members and the store Management, in order to meet the challenges of a changing membership, the competition from other stores now stocking “organic” products, the changing economy, and the need to put the store on a better financial footing.

Got questions? Need more information? Pick up the FireStarter Special Edition or talk to Alice or Julie. Also, please feel free to call a Board Member if you’d like to discuss the Co-op’s financial status and this change the Board has made to improve it.