Box Divvy
Families and singles are looking for ways to reduce their shopping bills, packaging, food waste and support local farmers. We've created this community owned and run group to do just that.
Located currently in
NSW
Canberra
Box Divvy is unique group of food coops that are changing the way we think about shopping. With this community there is no more looking for a parking spot, no more trolleys, no more trying to figure out what to buy that's good for you to eat.
Box Divvy only offer nutritionally high foods both sprayfree and conventionally grown. No high energy junk foods. If you want to know more then read How We Work With Our Growers.
So, join our community run food coops using an easy, smart App to order online box sharing with other members.
You get more of what you want at prices on fruit and veg are up to 30% less than online supermarkets over the seasonal cycle on an average basket.
We are all about community and pay farmers fairly for their produce.
Box Divvy Price comparisons are with online supermarkets and based on a basket for that week. See various Box Divvy Facebook pages for these comparisons. Box Divvy comparisons include the Hubster fee, which is a percentage of what you purchase. Not all items will be cheaper than online supermarkets on a given week and it depends on where supply is coming from. The Hubster fee is paid to the Hubster for running the Hub and for packing the fruit, veg and pre-packaged groceries.
* Fruit, Veg, Groceries, Bread, Eggs, and Chill (sustainable restaurant quality meat, seafood, chicken.
This is home delivered by Box Divvy. Not all regional Hubs offered Chill).
* Direct from farmer/wholesaler. No storage.
* Super Fresh - picked 24-48 hours before delivery
* Reduced packaging, food miles
* No food waste as it's picked to order
* Pick up from neighbour or home delivery if offered by your Hub
Box Divvy is not for everyone
Whilst you choose which "Splits" (box shares) to join you will have a variability in the amount. You will get more of what you want but some items do require the group getting into the order in order to reach required minimum. An example, 3 buk choi is the minimum for the group in the Hub to get. So individually you might purchase 1, another member 1, another member 1. Then the order is now over the minimum line and 'in play'. If someone wants a 4th they get it and so on.
Every Hubster has a Facebook page but you can view the main Box Divvy Facebook In your welcome email you will have a link to your Hub;s Facebook page.
Or check out Box Divvy Instagram which has a great summary of all things Box Divvy.
Why not Like Follow us? You'll learn heaps about freshly picked produce and delicious meal ideas.
Want to see Products & Prices?
When you join you will see these when orders open in the Marketplace.
Ordering is easy! Just different. Think box sharing as a group.
ORDERING
As soon as the order is published, you can log in and start ordering. The order cycle is 3 days, so there’s plenty of time. After you log in, go to Marketplace: that’s where the action is.
A Split is sharing a box - "Let's Split" a box. Divvy it between us.
You suggest a SPLIT or Join a SPLIT
Once you’ve done an order, you’ll see how easy it is. We recommend you set up an order then on the day of order cutoff check your order see if you can help some Splits over the line.
There's no food waste here. You get more of what you want as all you have to do as a group is to purchase the minimum required for that item. Then if someone wants more they get it. We also have a heap of end of week recipes to help families manage what is left over before next Hub day. Your Hubster will share these with you or head over to Veggie Drawer Rescue on Facebook.
Are there any fees?
In your order you will see a Hubster fee. The Hubster is paid this by the member to run the Hub and pack your orders. This fee will alter as you add things.
To join: First find a Hub
A Box Divvy Food Hub is located at your neighbour’s house, local community centre/group, a fundraiser for scouts or school. You order online and pickup. Home Delivery? Ask the Hubster who runs the Hub.
To speak with a Hubster in your area - Go To Facebook and search under Box Divvy (suburb) and select the Hub in your area. You can Facebook message the Hubster.
The process:
* Members order together with their Hub members online.
* You work as a group sharing boxes of produce.
The ordering App is contained in our website for security. It's easy and smart to use.
WHEN ARE CARDS CHARGED?
At Order Cut-off 9pm cards are charged. Orders go in and a day later turn up at the Hub for your Hubster (person who runs the Hub) to pack your order. You pick up from them.
HOME DELIVERY and how this works - if offered.
A Hubster might offer home delivery but you must ask them. Simply filling out the Home Delivery Address does not mean you get home delivery.
You must pay before Hub day. You'll have registered a CREDIT or DEBIT Visa or Mastercard on sign up.
Your card will be Validated with a random amount between 3 and 6 cents.
PAYMENT DECLINES
Should your card decline, first attempt, you get an automated email at 9pm cutoff alert saying it will recharge midday following day.
An automated second attempt, midday the following day (day before delivery). Should it decline a second time Box Divvy will 'manually' chase up payment with you. If there are consistent declines the team reserve th right to cancel your membership.
* You will not get an order unless paid for and if you have an order it is expected you will pay for it BEFORE HUB DAY.
So, how do I cut my food bill?
On average you will save up to 30% on your fruit and veg compared to online supermarket pricing. This is based on an overall basket not individual items. There may be exceptions when the market is volatile due to wea
When do I put in Credit/Debit card?
Usually you do this at registration and your information stays with Eway Payment Gateway.
You need a Debit or Credit card (Mastercard or Visa only). A Debit Card needs a Visa or Mastercard logo on it and you should be able to get from the bank easily. We do not accept any other form of payment.
What if I can't find a Hub?
Maybe apply to Run a Hub.