Becoming a New Member
of the Co-op
Welcome to the Blue Hill Co-op! Please review this form and the related pages regarding becoming an owner of the Co-op or for more info on our . Soon after you have submitted this form, you will get a letter in the mail with your owner number, membership card, the most recent newsletter, and more concrete details about renewal dates, equity refunds, and membership termination. You may submit your information in the form below or you may download a New Owner Application.
We are happy to process your application on-line and will bill you for the equity fee needed to become a member. Just submit the form below and get your initial equity payment to the Co-op. Also please read the information for new owners and other membership matters
To become a fully vested owner of the co-op you must invest $200 in equity. This amount is payable in increments opf $20 over a maximum of 10 years; therefore, the minimum annual payment is $20. (All equity payments must be made in increments of $20.)
After you have submitted this form and we have received your equity payment, we will send you a packet with you membership card, your membership number, the recent Newsletter, and further details about renewal dates, equity refunds and retiring your membership.
By becoming an owner, you are supporting a democratic organization dedicated to supplying food, sharing information, practicing economic and environmental sustainability, and encouraging community strength. You are also supporting a locally-owned store that is committed to bringing you the highest quality organic, natural and local produce, meats, and dairy, as well as a huge selection of grocery items and bulk foods, natural body care products, vitamins and supplements, and a wonderful café serving healthy foods.
We do not have family memberships. Other adults who live in your household may choose to become Co-op owners, or they may be affiliated with your membership account and use your owner number when shopping at the Co-op. However, affiliated adults will not themselves receive individual membership benefits such as voting rights and patronage dividends.
Owner Application to Blue Hill Co-op
Submit this form and then send or bring at least $20 for each new in this household. A minimum of $20, an equity payment, is required to become an owner of the Blue Hill Co-op. To become a fully vested owner you must pay $200 in equity, payable over ten years, at least $20 per year until paid.
You may begin using your temporary owner card immediately. If you are a working member, it may take a week or so for yourworking owner discount to be recorded automatically at the register.
Remember, that your equity payments are refundable at any time should you choose to terminate you membership. Notice in writing of your intention to terminate is required.
