Introducing Greener Pastures Natural Foods Co-op
Enjoy YOUR membership commitment NOW!
Support Local & Natural Foods,
McLeod County
Become A Member
Take a decisive step in bringing this co-op to life by pledging your membership today.
Join our cause and make your voice a part of our collective strength!
Here's what you'll gain as a member:
1.Exclusive access to save with member discounts and potential dividends.
2.Shared rights to actively engage within our co-op community.
3.Exclusive access to products or releases in the future
4.Member only events in the future
5.Encouragement to get involved in coop activities through volunteer opportunities and exclusive events
6. Access to resources and educational material7. Help participate in decision making for the coop!
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Take a decisive step in bringing this co-op to life by pledging your membership today.
Join our cause and make your voice a part of our collective strength!
Here's what you'll gain as a member:
1.Exclusive access to save with member discounts and potential dividends.
2.Shared rights to actively engage within our co-op community.
3.Exclusive access to products or releases in the future
4.Member only events in the future
5.Encouragement to get involved in coop activities through volunteer opportunities and exclusive events
6. Access to resources and educational material7. Help participate in decision making for the coop!
1) To become a member, each person/household is required to hold 1 Common Stock of $100. You may show additional support by purchasing Preferred Stocks Class A ($100), B ($200), C ($500), D ($1000) along with your required Common Stock ($100).
2) In all cases of stock purchase, Common Stock alone provides the right to vote. All stock purchase dollars are used by the co-op as working capital but belong to you (i.e. cancel anytime for a full refund).
These and other matters related to share purchase are detailed in Sections 2 & 7 of the Bylaws.
Becoming a member is easy. Complete the "Member-Owner Stock Purchase Agreement" below, then submit your one-time Common Stock payment of $100.00 (adding any Preferred Stock if desired). You're in!
Upon Board approval, we will issue a member number and email your welcome kit.
Your payment is processed through STRIPE. www.stripe.com
You will have an email with a copy of your Stock Purchase Agreement and receive a receipt for payment.
To complete your membership information packet, please download a copy of Greener Pastures' Articles & Bylaws by clicking below.
You're done!
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
GREENER PASTURES
NATURAL FOODS CO-OP
& WELLNESS CENTER
MEMBER OWNED SINCE 2018
In Memory of
THE HEALTH NUT PANTRY, Glencoe MN
FOUNDER: JANETTE GOETTL
MISSION STATEMENT
Our mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community through a member owned cooperative that provides the best nutrition, education, preventative alternatives, partnerships with local farmers and initiatives that strengthen and enhance us as a community.
WE VALUE
COOPERATIVE PRINCIPLES:
Voluntary & open membership
Democratic member control
Member economic participation
Autonomy & independence
Education, training & information
Cooperation among cooperatives
Concern for community
JOIN US
Becoming a member-owner is easy!
1) Fill out the Share Purchase Agreement
2) Pay with a one-time fee of $100 (installments available/cash or check preferred).
*By making this investment you are purchasing a share of stock in this locally-owned natural foods initiative for McLeod County.
Greener Pastures Natural Foods Co-Op
& Wellness Center
8 Main Street, Hutchinson MN 55350
All bylaws that guide the Board of Directors of the Co-op will be posted on the website.
BENEFITS
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
5% off every time you shop
Member in-store specials
Volunteer for the Board of Directors
11% off special order cases
Establish a business account
Exclusive coupons
Birthday Acknowledgements
Request information on a particular health topic
Newsletter featuring updates on the co-op, highlights of local producers, recipes and health news
WORKING MEMBERSHIP
Volunteer 4 hours/month and receive 10% off one time
All while supporting a community owned business as well as other local artisans and farmers!
TAKE
OWNERSHIP!
MEMBERS STRONG
LOCAL PRODUCERS
LOCAL FARMS
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
COMMUNITY DONATIONS &
SPONSORSHIPS
AND GROWING EVERY DAY BECAUSE OF PEOPLE LIKE YOU!