Strengthening Communities through Cooperation

This is what we do!

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Our Vision

We envision a world where every community has the power and ability to build a thriving cooperative food system that provides them with the food they need and want.

Our Mission

Food Co-op Initiative partners with communities to build a more just food system, providing critical support as they organize and open community-owned grocery stores.

Reach us:

Phone:   844-324-2667

Email:  info@fci.coop

Mailing address:
Food Co-op Initiative

PO Box 327
Londonderry, VT 05148-9680

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New Co-ops

We want to keep our services and resources accessible to those who need them the most. If you have benefited from what’s offered here, or simply love your own local co-op and want to see more co-ops, consider a donation in any amount.

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Get Started with Food Co-op Initiative

Food Co-op Initiative provides exceptional resources for people in the U.S. working to start a retail food co-op that meets the needs of their community. New startups can use our materials at no charge and are able to reach out to our staff for phone consultations and additional technical help.

Popular Resources

Let’s Start a Food Co-op! What do we do first?

What can FCI Do for me?

Guide to Starting a Food Co-op

Annual Impact Reports

QuickStart from FCI Classroom

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Have questions, want to know where to start?
Call today: (844) 324-2667

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Food Co-op Initiative is a 501(c)3 nonprofit and donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by the law. Food Co-op Initiative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.