What is a
Co-op?
Simply put, a cooperative is a business that’s voluntarily owned by the people who use it, and operated for the benefit of these owners. Regardless of the goods and services provided, co-ops aim to meet the needs of their members.
Co-op Ownership.
Climbers become members, and therefore, owners of MN Climbing Co-op for many reasons. Many people join to support a community-owned business that works to sustain the local climbing scene. You don’t need to be an owner to climb at the Co-op, but there are benefits to being one.
Ownership Benefits.
As a Co-op member and owner, you can vote on (or be on) the board of directors and guide the future direction of the Co-op. You also have access to discounts, and in profitable years, patronage dividends. Members want to help this space succeed and the community within it to thrive.