Everyone can shop. Anyone can own.
ONE CO-OP. TWO LOCATIONS.
Becoming an owner of The Merc Co+op is an investment in a consumer-owned cooperative business that brings health to our local community. Join over 9,600 of your friends and neighbors in supporting a local business that provides a reliable source of healthy, affordable, local and organic products while also investing in the sustainability and well-being of our communities. At The Merc Co+op, everyone is welcome and anyone can become an owner.
Invest in a local business that puts people before profit and supports the health and well-being of our community.
Help create a vibrant local economy that supports local producers, suppliers and other organizations.
Enjoy real food and sustainable products, including over 1,500 locally produced products.
Participate in a cooperative business where you have a voice.
Owner Benefits
Financial
Exclusive owner discounts on shopping trips during Owner Appreciation Days.
Exclusive deeper discounts on category sales, like wellness or bulk.
Receive patronage rebates proportional to the amount you spent at the co-op during profitable fiscal years.
Enjoy outstanding, exclusive discounts at local businesses with Merc Perks!
Volunteer with a MercWorks community partner and receive co-op coupons!
Senior owners, ages 62 and up, receive a 5% discount on purchases made each and every Tuesday.
Subscription to our weekly e-news.
Checks accepted for purchases from member-owners. Check cashing for up to $40 over the amount of purchase.
Democratic
Opportunity to participate in focus groups and surveys to help shape the co-op’s future.
Vote in our annual Board of Director elections.
Eligibility to run for an open seat on the Board of Directors.
Access to the co-op's financial standing and future plans.
Invitation to the Annual Co-op Meeting with the board to learn about the health and future of our co-op.
How to Become an Owner
Complete an ownership application online or in store and return it to your cashier during your next shopping trip, or mail it back to us at the address below. In addition to your application, there are three options for which you can purchase your share:
Apply for a $10 MercShare ownership subsidy. Co-op shoppers currently enrolled in Food Assistance Programs administered by the state of Kansas or Missouri are eligible. MercShare owners are also eligible for MercShare+, a 10% discount on all fresh food purchases, like produce, meat and seafood, dairy, bread and bulk.
Owners applying in store will receive their new owner packet immediately which contains an owner card with owner number, a share certificate, exclusive new owner coupons and a reusable shopping bag. Ownership applications completed online or by mail will receive new owner packets by mail.
Ownership in Action
An ownership share belongs to the individual who signs the application. Only that person’s spouse, partner, children and other dependent household members may use the owner number when shopping. Only the signer may exercise the full rights of ownership. View a copy of our Shareholder Agreement and Bylaws.
Provide your ownership card or number to your cashier on each shopping trip to earn patronage points. Patronage points are how the co-op tracks your participation within the co-op. Owners will receive patronage rebates proportional to the amount spent at the co-op during profitable fiscal years.
Enjoy your benefits and stay informed of specials and sales by keeping the co-op updated with your contact information including address, phone and email. To update your information, contact our Owner Services Specialist at 785-843-8544 or email us. Or, fill out the form below.