Now Accepting 2025 Applications for NHFC Board of Directors!
Download the 2025 Application here.
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Natural Harvest Food Cooperative’s Board of Directors!
This is an exciting and rewarding time to be involved with our Co-op! Our democratically controlled cooperative is over 4,450 owners strong and still growing. The Board of Directors plays a critical role in ensuring the continued success and health of this important organization.
The Owners of NHFC elect Board members during an election season in the Spring of each year. Elections typically fill open seats for 3-year terms in staggered terms so that approximately one-third (1/3) of the Board is elected each year. No Director may serve more than nine consecutive years or three consecutive terms. No employee may run for or serve on the board while employed at the Cooperative and for a period of one (1) year after employment terminates.
The Board seeks owner input on the goals and vision of the organization. It reports periodically to the owners on the Board’s activities, decisions, and compliance with board policies. We operate under what is called Policy Governance – a board operating system that emphasizes values, vision, and the empowerment of both board and staff.
The 2025 election process requires submission of a complete application by March 14th, 2025. Please review the application and contact us if you have any questions: board@naturalharvest.coop.