FOOD CO-OPS

WHAT IS A FOOD CO-OP?

A food co-op is an organization that seeks to obtain food at a low cost for its members. Sometimes the cost involves volunteer service to the co-op or for the larger community.

FOOD CO-OPS IN CONNECTICUT

There is one large food co-op in Connecticut, Angel Food Ministries, http://www.angelfoodministries.com.

ANGEL FOOD MINISTRIES

• Angel Food Ministries is a faith-based, non-denominational organization providing food relief and financial support throughout the United States.
• Angel Food's food distribution program provides a quantity of food that can fit into a medium-sized box at $30 per unit. The retail value of the food is estimated to be from $42-$78. Other specialty boxes, such as meat packages or produce packages may also be purchased.
• There is no limit to the number of units or bonus foods an individual can receive.
• Angel Food accepts SNAP/food stamps.

TO FIND PROVIDERS IN CONNECTICUT'S COMMUNITY RESOURCES DATABASE:
Search by service name: Food Cooperatives.

--------------------------------------------------------

PREPARED BY: 211/rj
CONTENT LAST REVIEWED: January2011