Massachusetts

The Neighboring Food Co-op Association includes more than 40 Food Co-ops and Start-Ups across New England and New York State, locally owned by more than 185,000 people like you (Click here for a map of your local co-ops).  Together, our co-ops generate annual revenue of $442.5 million, employ 2,545 people, and sell $121 million in local products – an average of 27% of total sales.  Last year, 10,000 people joined our member food co-ops, working together to build more healthy, just, and sustainable food system and a more inclusive economy for everyone (2023).

NFCA Associate Director Suzette Snow-Cobb at the 2024 NOFA-MA Winter Conference

In 2023, our Massachusetts Members included 8 Food Co-ops, locally owned by over 38,770 members and operating 10 storefronts.  Together, they employ 400 people, generate $69 million in annual revenue, and sell more than $18 million in local products.  Last year, more than 760 people joined our member co-ops in Massachusetts. In 2024, we are excited to welcome TipTop Co-op in Brookfield, MA, as we work to support their conversion of their community store to a community co-operative.

For more information on your Neighboring Food Co-ops in Massachusetts, visit the links below:

Dorcester Food Co-op had its Grand Opening on October 14th, 2023!