Frequently asked questions about becoming a PCC member

If you've just joined or are thinking about becoming a member of PCC, you may have some questions! Find the answers below or email:

• How much is a PCC membership?
• Is it easy to become a member?
• Do I have to pay the $60 all at once?
• What does PCC do with my $60 membership investment?
• How does the membership payment system work?
• When do I start receiving member benefits?
• Is my membership refundable?
• Do you offer special memberships for seniors or people with disabilities?

How much is a PCC membership?
$60 for a lifetime membership, plus a $2 non-refundable handling fee.

Is it easy to become a member?
Yes. You can sign up at any store, or use our easy online form.

Do I have to pay the membership fee all at once?
New members can either choose to pay $60, plus a $2 non-refundable handling fee, upon joining or make an initial payment of $8 and nine quarterly payments of $6. If you choose to make payments, you must join at a store since we currently only accept membership payment-in-full with online joining.

What does PCC do with my $60 membership investment?
Your $60 membership makes a difference. This member capital helps us make improvements in our stores. The more member capital we have, the less we have to borrow from banks. Members use the services PCC offers and the money stays in our community, benefiting local, sustainable agriculture and consumer cooperation. In conventional business models, capital is provided by private investors intent on making a profit.

How does the membership payment system work?
PCC does not have a billing system for payments and it is the responsibility of the member to remember to pay every three months. Payments can be made online, at the store or mailed to the co-op office.

When do I start receiving member benefits?
You are eligible to receive PCC benefits as soon as an application has been completed and payment is received.

Is my membership refundable?
Yes, your $60 membership investment is fully refundable if, at any time, you are unable to use or become dissatisfied with your membership.

Do you offer special memberships for seniors or people with disabilities?
Shoppers age 65 and older, and anyone with a disability are eligible to purchase a shopping pass, which, when shown to a cashier, can be used for a 5 percent shopping discount on the 15th and 16th of each month. A one-time $2 fee is paid for a shopping pass. Passes can be purchased from any cashier in our stores.

Thank you for shopping at PCC.
We hope you'll become a member!