As Pittsburgh’s only consumer-owned grocery store, we thank you for choosing to be a member of the East End Food Co-op! We exist to serve the needs of our members by providing the finest natural and organic foods. We also strive to provide valuable information and great customer service.

Your $100 investment, the current value of a Co-op share is paid once and entitles you and your household to the privileges of one membership (one vote in Co-op elections). There are no annual fees, and the share is fully refundable.

You can pay for your share in two ways:

  • One payment of $100
  • Four quarterly installments of $25 each

Ownership in your community grocery store offers:

  • 2% discount on all daily purchases
  • 10% discount quarterly on the transaction of your choice
  • Discounted tickets to Co-op events
  • Co+op Deals mailed to your home (upon request)
  • Ability to place money-saving Special Orders
  • Check-writing privileges for up to $20 over purchase amount
  • Option to receive e-receipts electronically for all shopping transactions*
  • Access to EEFC Federal Credit Union
  • Voting privileges in Co-op elections
  • The opportunity to elect or run* for the EEFC Board of Directors
  • The opportunity to serve on board committees
  • The chance to attend Board meetings, ask questions, and share ideas
  • The opportunity to attend Annual Meetings and learn about board candidates and finances, and interact with staff, board, and other Co-op member-owners
  • The right to request special meetings on specific subjects
  • The right to propose and vote on binding referenda
  • Reduced advertising rates in The Co-operator
  • Discounts extended by other businesses through our Community Partners Program*

Members must keep membership active with one of the listed payment plans to enjoy the benefits of membership listed above. In addition, any benefits marked with an * are only available for fully-paid members (not those on installment plans). To join the East End Food Co-op, to check the status of your membership, or to reactivate a lapsed membership, simply contact Customer Service at 412-242-3598 or stop by the Customer Service Desk at the front of the store.

New Member Sign Up Form