COMMUNITY INVESTMENT CAMPAIGN · SPRING 2026
You’re not just buying groceries.
You’re building the store.
Free Range Food Co-op is a $6.5 million community project - and we're in the final push. Every dollar from Grand Rapids and Itasca County moves us closer to opening day.
Two ways to invest
Here's how you can help build Free Range.
Preferred Shares
A long-term investment in your co-op — with the potential to earn dividends.
- Minnesota residents who are FRFC owners
- Minimum 10 shares at $100 each ($1,000)
- No maximum — installment payments available
- Potential for up to 3% yearly dividends
Tax-Deductible Donation
Any amount. Goes straight to building the store — and it's fully tax-deductible.
- Open to all owners, supporters & out-of-state friends
- Processed through the Grand Rapids Area Community Foundation
- Give online, by check, or in person
- Any amount makes a difference
Ready to act? Reach us your way.
Make a pledge — a volunteer will follow up.
Not sure which option is right for you? Reach out and someone from our team will walk you through it.
Online pledge
Phone
218-326-6667
Leave a message
Visit us
Room 209, Old Central School
Mon 11–4 · Tue 2–4 · Sat 10–12
Why your investment matters
Local people are leading the way — and Grand Rapids and Itasca County are all in.
Our Community Investment Campaign goal is to raise $1.5 million from owners and supporters through preferred share investments and donations. Owner and community investment isn't just meaningful — it's essential. Grants and other funders want to see that the people of Grand Rapids and Itasca County are financially committed before they invest in our project. To stay on track with our project timeline, we need to raise the remaining $500K of the $1.5M Owner/Supporter goal by June 30th.
We're also continuously pursuing grants, public funding, and New Market Tax Credits to complete our $6.5 million capital stack - and we're making strong progress on all fronts.
Hit our goals and we break ground Spring 2027. This is the moment.
Want the full picture?
Download our Spring 2026 Owner Update — complete timeline, funding breakdown, and store design details.