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Own a Piece of the Bakery
Build a Piece of the Community

We’re more than a bakery — We’re a movement.

What We Do

Fresh Bakery

Artisan bread, pastries and coffee daily

Marketplace

A year-round farmers market indoors

Co-op Ownership

Community-owned, community-grown

High-paying jobs created
just in our first bakery
0
of ingredients sourced
from small businesses
0 %
partnerships with local farms,
roasters, artisans and more
0 +
of profits shared with members
or reinvested locally.
0 %

Join the Founding 100

Join the Founding 100 and help shape the future of 24 Karat Bakery. For a limited time, ownership is available at 20% off — exclusively for our first 100 members. Once these spots are gone, shares will never be this price again. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something lasting.

Current Owners
9%

Location

We plan to establish in the Lincoln Park area

Common Questions

Most Popular Questions

Find answers to common questions
about 24 Karat Bakery

At 24 Karat Bakery, our mission is to establish a collaborative environment that empowers self-driven bakers and like-minded individuals to work alongside co-owners. We are dedicated to fostering both teamwork and individual growth within our community.

A co-op is owned and operated by its workers and community members, who make decisions democratically and share in any profits. Unlike traditional businesses, co-ops prioritize fair wages, ethical practices, and community benefit over maximizing profits. This model allows customers to support a business that aligns with their values and actively contributes to the community.

We believe the cuisine should authentically represent our community, bringing together ingredients from around the world. By highlighting seasonal flavors from diverse countries and regions, we aim to create a vibrant culinary experience.

Our location will be in Chicago, with plans to establish ourselves near the Lincoln Park area. While the exact address is yet to be determined, this vibrant neighborhood aligns with our vision.

If our vision resonates with you, we invite you to join us by signing up under the "Become an Owner" tab. Our goal is to gather at least 2,000 enthusiastic members. If you have unique skills to contribute or are interested in a position on our board, we’d love to hear from you! We’re specifically looking for bakers, baristas, and dedicated customers to help bring this project to life.

Contact Form

Contact Us!

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re a customer, worker, entrepreneur, or community supporter — you’re part of what makes our bakery co-op possible. Select the option that fits you best: