We are delighted to share that in our 50th anniversary year, the Twin Cities Co-op Partners Board of Directors has approved a patronage refund. This is our first patronage refund since our Lyndale and Linden Hills locations (along with Co-op Partners Warehouse) consolidated into Twin Cities Co-op Partners in 2017. This milestone, both historically, and financially, is possible because of your loyalty to our co-op, and to our shared mission of building community by developing a strong local food system. Thank you!

how does it work?

In years the co-op is profitable, our Board of Directors votes to approve a distribution of profit to our owners. The profits of our co-op are then returned to owners in two parts: Class B Equity, and cash. Each owner’s dividend is calculated by how much they spent at the co-op in the last fiscal year.

In our 2025 fiscal year (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025), the total patronage refund is $596,414. Of that, we are distributing $119,283 (20%) in cash to all owners. The remaining $477,131 (80%) will go toward Class B Equity, which is held by our co-op to finance store and equipment improvements, and create a pathway for future projects and location(s).

You may view our financials for the 2025 fiscal year on page 10 of our Annual Report.

when will my refund be available?

The cash portion of your patronage refund will be available at the register starting November 17, 2025. You have until June 30, 2026 to use your refund. Any remaining patronage refunds after June 30, 2026 will be donated to our Co-op Affordability Project (CAP) program.

how do i redeem my refund?

To collect your cash, simply let your cashier know at checkout, and the amount will be applied to your purchase at the register.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

who decides whether patronage refunds are distributed?

In years the co-op is profitable, our Board of Directors votes to approve a distribution of profit to our owners. The profits of our co-op are then given back to owners in two parts: Class B Equity, and cash.

what is a patronage refund?

In years our co-op is profitable, our Board of Directors votes to return a portion of the profit that came from sales to owners. The returned profit is called a patronage refund.

how is my patronage refund calculated?

Each owner’s dividend is calculated by how much they spent at the co-op in the last fiscal year (July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025). The more you spent at the co-op, the larger your patronage refund!

what is class b equity?

Class B Equity is a way to ensure our co-op is viable for future generations. These resources are held by our co-op to finance store and equipment improvements, and create a pathway for future projects and location(s).

how does the refund work with my cap ownership?

Patronage refunds are put toward your remaining stock purchase, until you have reached your full $80 stock of ownership.

can i donate my refund?

Yes, simply let your cashier know you would like to donate your refund. All donations will help fund our Co-op Affordability Project (CAP), a needs-based program to make co-op ownership accessible to more of our community.

is my patronage refund considered taxable?

No, patronage refunds are not considered taxable income.

who do i contact with questions?

Please submit a form on our Contact Us page, and select “Patronage” as the subject. Someone will get back to you within 48 business hours.