About Us

History of the Yahara River Grocery Cooperative

The Yahara River Grocery Cooperative got its start in July 2006 when a group of citizens came together to discuss the loss of Main Street Market. At that time, an interim board of volunteers was set up and committees were formed to address organizational issues such as incorporation, bylaws, membership, marketing, product buying, etc. The members of the interim board and committees represented the initial membership of the fledgling, unincorporated cooperative.

Once the bylaws were written, and the structure of a board was outlined by the research committee, the initial membership voted for officers of the new Board of Directors for 2007.

Board signs lease After signing a lease for 229 E. Main Street in Stoughton, the Yahara River Grocery Cooperative Board, committee chairs, and volunteers pose in front of the new store.

Mission and Bylaws

Co-op Values

Board and Committees

Community Partnerships