October 2022
Dear friends,
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It’s national co-op month! The theme named for 2022 is 'Co-ops Build Economic Power,' recognizing the strength in the cooperative model to build up economic independence and collective power. We want to celebrate all of the incredible cooperatives we have worked with over the years who have done just that. Keep an eye out for the countless amazing resources available this month across the Northeast and the country!
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This month’s newsletter includes upcoming workshops, job postings, funding updates + other key co-opportunities that will help you unlock the power of your co-op community.
As always, if you, or someone you know, can benefit from any of these resources, be sure to share!
We also encourage you to share your updates & ideas with us by emailing cfne@coopfund.coop
Co-op Curious?
We’ve got you covered. Check out these learning co-opportunities from CFNE & our friends.
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Weekly Oct. 5-Nov. 2 | 11 am - 12 pm ET | Online | Free
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This is a weekly webinar series filled with practical tips for current and prospective co-ops. These Wednesday sessions are geared towards business owners, employees, community members, and others considering a co-op structure for their business or community, as well as those who currently operate a co-op. Click here for the full schedule and registration links.
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October 25 | 6 pm ET | Online | Free
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If you’ve ever wondered how people in your community might work together to solve shared problems, to provide themselves with desired goods and services, or to cooperatively control their own businesses, this is your chance! Join Ujima and Cooperative Fund of the Northeast (CFNE) for this introductory session as we explore how the world of cooperative enterprise can help organizers, entrepreneurs and their communities thrive. Check out the full list of Ujima workshops for this October’s Assembly and register here.
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October 19 | 1 pm ET | Online | Free
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Does your cooperative team have the skills, perseverance, and resilience required to run a successful enterprise? Running a small business is challenging, and knowing the necessary roles and responsibilities is essential. In this webinar, a SCORE advisor will take you step-by-step through a self-assessment workshop. Register here.
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In Case You Missed It!
Recordings of our workshops are all available for viewing on our YouTube channel. Click here to view.
Connect with a Coach!
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Co-op Community
Stay connected to our co-op community.
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Orono, ME
The mission of Four Directions Development Corporation is to improve the social and economic conditions of the Native American tribes in Maine — the Maliseet, Mi’kmaq, Passamaquoddy, and Penobscot — through education and investment in affordable housing, tribal business ventures, and Native entrepreneurship. They are hiring a part-time position that will dedicate 20 hours a week to the Co-op Navigator Fellowship hosted by CFNE and to supporting projects within the organization. Interested applicants should apply with a resume and cover letter including salary requirements to: Laurie Bouchard - laurie@lbouchardllc.com. Click here for the full job description.
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Massachusetts
Rise to own it! is a convening of worker owners and aspiring worker owners to increase access to and success in worker ownership in the state of Massachusetts through collective action. They are recruiting people to join them for upcoming gatherings to discuss policy solutions among other topics: the first is on October 29th in Western MA. All participants will receive a stipend for their time and energy. Click here for more info. Register here.
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Boston, MA
The Community Purchasing Alliance of Massachusetts (CPA MA) is forming a member-owned purchasing cooperative of nonprofits, schools, congregations and other co-ops who combine their purchasing power for better rates and services while leveraging collective spending for community impact. The Director of Business Development will help lead the cooperative toward multi-bottom line growth by building relationships with new and existing purchasing institutions, assume responsibility for a share of CPA programs, and help shape the future of this unique start-up. Click here for the full job description.
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Co-op Capital
Stay updated on relevant funding co-opportunities.
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Apply by October 27th
The EforAll Accelerator Program is a free, one-year program offered twice a year in each of our communities. This program offers a unique combination of immersive business training, mentorship and access to an extended professional network. Anyone with a dream to start or grow a business or nonprofit is encouraged to apply. The upcoming round of programming is located in communities across Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York, and New Hampshire.
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The program provides flexible grants to support early stage, micro and small businesses in a still recovering New York State economy. The program will ensure that small businesses that opened shortly before or during the COVID-19 pandemic will have the funds to continue to operate and grow. Find out how to apply here.
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Maggie Maiorana and the Learning Team
Program Associate
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Cooperative Fund of the Northeast
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For CFNE news and
our Annual Report
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For co-op education
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