Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about MindMatrix
General
What is MindMatrix?
A community buying club where neighbors pool their orders to buy groceries at cost. There's no markup — what we pay, you pay.
How does group buying work?
Members join a "pool" for a product. Once enough people join, a coordinator buys in bulk from a supplier and distributes to members at cost.
Who can join?
Anyone in our service area. Just register with your email and you can start joining pools immediately.
Ordering
How do I join a pool?
Browse open pools, click "Join," enter your quantity, and confirm. You'll be notified when the pool closes and your order is ready.
What if the pool doesn't reach the minimum?
If a pool has a hard minimum and doesn't reach it by the closing date, it's automatically cancelled and no one is charged.
Payment
How do I pay?
Payment methods vary by club — typically cash, Zelle, or Venmo. The coordinator will let you know the accepted methods.
When do I pay?
You pay after the final price is confirmed — usually at or before pickup. You're never charged until the purchase is complete.
Pickup
Where do I pick up?
Pickup locations are announced when the pool closes. They're typically a coordinator's home or a community space in your area.
Can someone else pick up for me?
Yes! Just let the coordinator know who will be picking up on your behalf.
Pricing
How are prices set?
Prices reflect the actual cost we pay plus a small operating fee to cover gas, packaging, and other expenses. There is no profit margin.
Why is it cheaper than retail?
We buy at cost and add no markup of our own — and the bigger we grow, the closer to the source we buy. By pooling our orders, we meet minimum purchase requirements that individual families couldn't.
Privacy
What data do you collect?
Only what's needed: name, email, phone, and neighborhood. We never collect SSN, government ID, or immigration status. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Can I delete my account?
Yes. Go to your Account page and delete your account. Your personal data is removed immediately. Financial records are kept anonymized for accounting purposes.