Become a Founding Owner: Help Us Get to 200

Written By Mary Beth Schaye

On July 1st last year, we officially began operating as a co-op. We really appreciate all of the people who have stepped up and become owners since then. Now seems like a good time to list the owners who have joined us so far. But first, we want to, as succinctly as possible, explain how becoming an owner benefits the co-op, all of the employees and all of the owners.

Capital is raised in two ways:

  • by selling shares and

  • by exempting us from paying income tax on the profit of consumer owners’ service, which allows us to distribute it back to consumer- and employee-owners.

Having the extra capital allows us:

  • to make capital improvements, some of which save us money, and

  • to expand our marketing efforts to reach more potential customers, to increase our impact.

Consumer-owners can become lifetime owners by buying a quarter-share, a one-time investment of $250.

Founding owners have a special place here on our website. Wouldn't you like to be on this list? Sign up here.

Mary Beth Schaye

Mary Beth strongly believes that “It’s always better to be doing something rather than nothing.” If you’re thinking of composting at home, she can help you work out what your particular “something” can be. She’s confident a solution can be tailored to fit anyone’s needs and ambitions. “Anyone who eats can be a CRI customer, whether you are an individual or a large organization. I want you to understand the advantages of composting, and I can show you how CRI can make it easy.” Mary Beth has successfully designed waste diversion strategies for individuals, schools, houses of worship, and other communities. She’s received the governor’s Environmental Hero award for her work at her daughter’s school. Whether you’re starting with a backyard bin, a kitchen bucket, a worm farm, or a large-scale commercial collection, Mary Beth can be your good-natured guide.

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