Whole Foods Co-op

THE WHOLE FOODS CO-OP is a full-service natural foods market. We are proud of our knowledgeable staff, who can assist you with your regular purchases as well as special inquiries. We are a cooperative business, which means we are owned and democratically controlled by our investors. WHOLE FOODS CO-OP got its start in 1978 when the Minority Health Education Delivery System (MHEDS), a social service agency in Erie, obtained funds to start a Co-op with paid employees. Known as the Food Basket at 540 East 14th Street in Erie, its purpose was to serve the Hispanic community in the area by providing foods of their culture for affordable prices. Although Hispanic food was a priority, the Co-op ordered and sold natural foods as well. By (more...)

(This listing was last updated on May 5, 2008)