We provide healthy, responsible and reasonably priced foods, while supporting farmers and companies that grow and distribute food in an ethical and sustainable manner. All are welcome!
Our Products
The goal of the Bushwick Food Co-op is to bring affordable and sustainably produced items to Bushwick and our surrounding areas. We strive to source products that are ethical, organic, and/or local.
We're supported primarily by our Owners who contribute a small amount of their time in exchange for large discounts on products. That being said, the Co-op strives to strengthen community bonds, so non-owners are more that welcome to shop at prices that are still below those at most major grocery chains. We also accept EBT / SNAP!
A community health report in 2015 revealed that 28% of Bushwick residents are obese and 13% have diabetes, ranking higher than any other Brooklyn or New York City community*. It is the mission of the Bushwick Food Co-op to reduce these numbers across our community, but we can't do it alone - consider becoming an owner today!
We've only just begun to service Bushwick's 114,134 community members*. When you join as an owner, you will be helping to create positive & sustainable change in our underserved community.
With 30% of Bushwick residents living below the poverty level & 55% experiencing a rent burden*, it is vital that our Co-op continue to serve our neighborhood with affordable local and organic foods.
Ranked among the worst of New York City communities for healthy living*, Bushwick's need for access to healthy foods is vital to reducing health related illness & death.
We are always in need of Owner and Non-Owner support. Since the Co-op is a non-for-profit & Owner-run organization, participation is key to our success and sustainability. If you're an Owner, consider stepping up to help further the efforts of the Co-op. For Non-Owners, we hope that we can convince you to become an Owner with us, otherwise we greatly appreciate donations - even from our Owners!
As an Owner of the Co-op, you will be able to access our products at a low 30% wholesale mark-up. In exchange, an equity investment in the Co-op and consistent work hours each month grant you access to all of the Co-op's products including special orders. Financial assistance is available, please read below.
Unlike other co-ops, we invite Non-Owners to shop at our Co-op. Non-Owners pay an 83% mark-up, compared to just 30% for Owners. While we encourage everyone who shops with us to become an Owner, Non-Owner sales are a generous way to support the endeavors of the Co-op. We also accept EBT / SNAP!
We host a wide variety of events for both Owners & our community at large. Please check out our latest happenings and consider joining our newsletter for updates.
Donations are an extremely useful way to help us sustain our non-profit operations. Donations assist with rent, Non-Owner labor costs, repairs, debt, and expansion needs.
David Fintell
member since 2017
The Outreach Committee engages with the Bushwick community to raise awareness about the Co-op and its mission. Its members foster community relationships by collaborating with local organizations & businesses, and attending various events & meetings in the neighborhood.
