The United States Department of Agriculture offers a multitude of grants and support for development of rural communities, and recognizes that cooperatives are a key way to strengthen conditions for rural people. In this year’s funding round, CDI won four
CDI seeks Housing Program Organizer, eastern MA (PT)
Job Title: Housing Program Organizer (Part Time, 20-30 hours/week) Reports to: Director, New England Resident Owned Communities Program (NEROC) Compensation: $18-22/hour plus benefits FLSA: Salaried/Exempt Position Overview: Works in the NEROC (New England Resident Owned Communities) program of the Cooperative
Worcester Roots Launches Co-op Academy Version 2.0
Worcester Roots began its latest Co-op Academy this month—an advanced-level academy for co-ops that have already been through a basic co-op academy. Building on their knowledge from the previous academy, co-operators dig deeper into topics with the intention of making
Educational Opportunity 2: for Boston-area small businesses
Check out this SBA Emerging Leaders Initiative, if you’re interested in accessing training and mentoring to build your co-op. They suggest applicants have revenue of at least $400K and 3 years of operations. http://www.sba.gov/about-offices-content/2/3162/resources/790641
Job posting: Equal Exchange is hiring a full-time sales rep
Another chance to work at a worker co-op! Check it out: http://equalexchange.coop/natural-foods-sales-representative.
Co-op 101, Thursday 2/20, 6-8 pm, Jamaica Plain, MA
Tell your friends,Tell your neighbors,and definitely tell your co-workers! Workshop: Introduction to Cooperative BusinessThursday, Feb. 20, 20146-8 pmat the offices of Red Sun Press,94 Green Street (2nd floor), Jamaica Plain MA. Info and Registration here:http://www.eventbrite.com/e/workshop-introduction-to-cooperative-business-registration-10555450637 WORC’N members – if you’d
Worcester Printing Cooperative Project launches, seeks first worker-member
We’re excited to see the launch of the Worcester Printing Cooperative Project, an offshoot of EthiX merchandising. This is a prime example of existing businesses being the seeds for new enterprises. EthiX has a solid client list with a steady
Class on Community Energy Solutions at Greenfield Community College 1/11 and 1/18
Community Energy Solutions Class at GCC Saturdays 1/11 and 1/18 from 9 am to 5 pm One of the most inspiring things I get to do is to teach a class at GCC on Community Energy Solutions. The next session is coming
Job posting: Equal Exchange seeks Copy Writer and Content Coordinator
Things are hopping at Equal Exchange. Job Announcement! Equal Exchange is seeking a motivated, creative, well organized person to be our Community Sales Copy Writer and Content Coordinator. Community Sales includes Equal Exchange’s programs and product offerings for congregations, schools,
Job posting: Senior Business and Economic Development Consultant at the ICA Group
The ICA Group is looking for a Senior Business and Economic Development Consultant to join its expanding practice in community economic development and employee ownership services. This is a full time position located at the ICA headquarters located in Brookline,