Our mission is to operate a community owned enterprise grounded in sustainable living. Our vision is community independence through cultivating sustainability. Welcome to the Durham Food Co-op!

Co-op Specials

On Sunday we not only took a quarterly inventory, but we also received a rather large delivery from our main supplier, United Natural Foods. We rearranged the store a bit, making it easier to find products and hopefully making your shopping experience more fulfilling. Here are some Specials on Sale this month...

Volunteer at Lakewood CommUNITY Fest

Oct 27 2007 - 11:00am
Oct 27 2007 - 7:00pm

Volunteers Needed at the Lakewood CommUUNITY Fest, Saturday, October 27. Sustainer shifts available at our booth from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. You will earn a 20% discount in the store ...

The Co-op Community

Do food co-ops just want to sell more food (just like everybody else) or do we want to create a cooperative economy where commerce, justice, environmental rejuvenation and community are all synonymous? Truly, a compelling question; still timely and invaluable as an ongoing assessment of motivation, intention and implementation of any initiative with roots in community capacity building and economic equitability. Small businesses are sprouting up all around us as Durham is steadily striving to provide services, goods, experiences and connections that reflect a diverse culture and thriving economic tapestry. A complex and often daunting venture...

Cooperation among Co-ops: DRM & DFC

Last Thursday, Co-op employee Antonio and I went to Deep Roots Market, a food cooperative in Greensboro, NC, to learn from their experience and success. Deep Roots Market, founded in 1976, has a long history...

Co-op Change, Co-op Growth

Are you ready for a change? Your Co-op is. Come check out the new layout and expanded product selection at the Durham Food Co-op. This is your chance to...

Cooperative Alliance

The "Cooperative Alliance" is the proposed dual-membership option between the Durham People's Alliance and the Durham Food Coop.

Slow Food Pot Luck at ERUUF

Oct 13 2007 - 6:00pm
Oct 13 2007 - 8:00pm
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6 P.M. to 8 P.M.

Saturday, October 13, 2007

6 to 6:15 P.M. - Food Speed Competition

Contact Robert Olason at robert.olason@gmail.com for more information.

Slow Food Pot Luck...

Sustainer Appreciation Potluck

Oct 4 2007 - 6:30pm
Oct 4 2007 - 8:00pm
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Ready, Set... Sustain! The Co-op's Membership Committee invites all past, present, and interested members to a Sustainer Potluck at the DFC!

When & Where?

  • Thu, October 4, from 6.30pm - 8pm at the Co-op

Who is invited?

  • anyone who has ever sustained at the DFC in the past
  • anyone who recently signed up to be a sustainer at the Co-op
  • anyone who is interested in becoming a sustainer at the DFC

.... the more the merrier!

Come out and meet your fellow sustainers!

Learn more about the sustainer program!

Sign up for volunteer opportunities!

Please bring a snack to share.

 

 

Ready, Set... Sustain! The Co-op's Membership Committee invites all past, present, and interested members to a Sustainer Potluck at the DFC...

Calling All Current Sustainers!

First, Heather and I (and the staff and the Board, I'm sure) would like to thank our sustainers for their commitment and dedication to the DFC. Some of you...

Save the Lakewood Y!

There is a group working to delay the closing of the Lakewood YMCA until more neighborhood input can be gathered...

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