Written during the earlier days of the “new wave” cooperative movement spawned by the counter-culture food co-op folk, this project let a bunch of newbies know there was quite the heritage that came before.
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Cooperative Network – Minnesota/Wisconsin
Cooperative Network is committed to protecting and promoting Minnesota’s and Wisconsin’s cooperative businesses and their shared cooperative principles. It provides world-class legislative and regulatory advocacy, a wide range of opportunities for education and engagement, and creative leadership in public awareness. Cooperative Network is the largest statewide co-op trade association in the United States, representing a diverse and […]
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Since 1985, Cooperative Development Services has helped existing cooperatives retain their vitality and plan for future growth opportunities. CDS also actively engages with new cooperatives and organizations operating in a cooperative manner to launch new business ventures and plan for long-term viability.
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Food Co-op Initiative paves the way for new food co-op excellence, leading to better fed, healthier communities with local control and connections.
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Through its mission to expand and enhance cooperatives through research, teaching, extension, innovation, and development, The Cooperative Foundation remains a vital part of the past and future of cooperation in the United States.
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NCBA works to develop, advance, and protect cooperative enterprise; their work highlights the impact that cooperatives have in the economic success of communities around the world.
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Starting a cooperatively-owned business requires planning, analysis, financing and capital investment, and marketing.
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Shared Capital Cooperative is a national CDFI loan fund that connects co-ops and capital to build economic democracy.
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We provide many publications, reports and educational materials. These are primarily authored by USDA staff, but include publications by University partners and other cooperative specialists.
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This Manual is designed to provide you with a comprehensive overview of cooperatives: what they are, how they work, and how to start one.
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