What is a Co op
The overall goal of the cooperative movement is to create organizations that serve the needs of the people who use them. Cooperative businesses provide goods and services in a way that keeps community resources in the community. Most simply put, a cooperative is a business 1) voluntarily owned by the people who use it, and 2) operated for the benefit of its members.
Why shop at a Co op
A Better Shopping Experience
Tidal Creek Co-op offers everything you need for a healthy, conscious lifestyle, from natural and organic groceries to local products you can feel good about bringing home. It’s the most complete shopping option in Wilmington for anyone focused on wellness and mindful spending.
Community Connection & Impact
Shopping at the Co-op is more than picking up groceries—it’s becoming part of a community. Tidal Creek supports education, outreach, partnerships, and local charities, while also giving residents a place to meet, learn, and share ideas.
Local Ownership & Local Investment
Unlike big-box chains driven by outside shareholders, Tidal Creek is community owned. Surplus dollars stay right here—reinvested in the Co-op, returned to owners, and circulated through the local economy instead of leaving the region.
