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Owning Maine’s Future- Opportunities and Policies for Growing a Cooperative Economy in Maine

May 17, 2019 No Comments

by Maria Fernandes-Dominique After months of careful research and writing, CDI is excited to share with all stakeholders a comprehensive 8-page report highlighting cooperatives and employee-owned enterprises as the most successful workforce development solution for sustaining Maine’s economy into the future. The report’s authors, Rob Brown, CDI’s Director of Business Solutions, Jonah Fertig-Burd, CDI’s

Undoing Racism in Our Food System – CDI Partners to Bring Important Programs to Maine

April 24, 2019 No Comments

In all of our work, CDI is committed to addressing the root causes of oppression in our social, economic and political systems. We understand that a significant root cause of oppression in our country, and around the globe, is that of systemic racial oppression that permeates all systems. We also understand that racism is a

Cooperators Coming Together

April 24, 2019 No Comments

Massachusetts On March 16th & 17th, the Another World is Here: Worker Co-ops and the Solidarity Economy conference was held in Worcester, Massachusetts. This statewide convening focused on the advancement of a worker ownership movement as well as the broader solidarity economy in Massachusetts. Cooperators joined together to lay the foundation for movement building in

Job opening: Cooperative Business Director

April 11, 2019 No Comments

Co-ops can help people do just about anything. But can you help us make cooperation work for everyone in our region? Then it’s time to apply for the Cooperative Business Director position at CDI! We are looking for someone with an outstanding mix of business development, organizational development, and network building skills. Our new Cooperative Business Director will

From no changes to big changes, cooperative businesses center timeless values in rural communities

April 9, 2019 No Comments

CDI is excited to embrace Spring with the announcement of two new cooperative conversions! We are proud to add the Railroad Avenue Supply Company and Insource Renewables to our strong network of locally owned and controlled businesses across the Northeast! Since 1963, the Railroad Avenue Supply Company has been a consistent community asset in Stamford.

Strategizing in Solidarity!

April 9, 2019 No Comments

On March 16 and 17, CDI had the great pleasure of co-sponsoring Another World is Here: Worker Co-Ops and the Solidarity Economy in Massachusetts conference. Held in Worcester, the conference was attended by over 100 community development practitioners from across the Commonwealth and neighboring states. Spearheaded by the Center for Economic Democracy, the two-day gathering

The lasting value of a legacy: remembering Dale Whitmore

April 5, 2019 2 Comments

By Jeanee Wright I was saddened to hear recently of the loss of a great man, Dale Whitmore, President of Wardtown Cooperative in Freeport, Maine. Dale passed away peacefully, surrounded by friends and family, from complications from recent illnesses. When I reflect on my memories of Dale, the first thing that comes to my mind

Co-op Power: Making our voice heard in Augusta!

February 19, 2019 No Comments

By Rob Brown, Director of Business Ownership Solutions Our cooperatives, much like our government, exist to accomplish together what we can’t accomplish on our own. As workers, consumers, residents, producers, and independent businesses, members of cooperatives work hard to build enterprises that meet needs that the private and public sector have ignored. Because we put

Updated Job posting: Northwest/Central Vermont Housing Cooperative Specialist–position filled!

February 4, 2019 No Comments

Want to be part of a growing team of successful community organizers making a difference for low and moderate income residents? If you’re a group process guru, a real estate whiz, or a trainer extraordinaire, the New England Resident Owned Communities (NEROC) program wants you! Take a look at our job description and if it speaks to you, speak

Meadowbrook Community: Residents gain lifelong security, affordability after purchasing Meadowbrook Community neighborhood

December 4, 2018 No Comments

November 29, 2018 Meadowbrook Community Residents gain lifelong security, affordability after purchasing Meadowbrook Community neighborhood This weekend, residents at Meadowbrook, the newest resident owned community, will celebrate their $8.25 million purchase with the local chamber of commerce, friends, and neighbors. The 193-site of Hudson, Massachusetts is set up to enjoy self-control over their

Owning Maine’s Future- Opportunities and Policies for Growing a Cooperative Economy in Maine

Undoing Racism in Our Food System – CDI Partners to Bring Important Programs to Maine

Cooperators Coming Together

Job opening: Cooperative Business Director

From no changes to big changes, cooperative businesses center timeless values in rural communities

Strategizing in Solidarity!

The lasting value of a legacy: remembering Dale Whitmore

Co-op Power: Making our voice heard in Augusta!

Updated Job posting: Northwest/Central Vermont Housing Cooperative Specialist–position filled!

Meadowbrook Community: Residents gain lifelong security, affordability after purchasing Meadowbrook Community neighborhood

News & Updates

Maine residents purchase community for $1.2 million, preserving affordable homes

Resident-ownership transforms Maine community with veggie garden, safer and cleaner spaces

Eastern Garage Door becomes employee-owned cooperative after 100 years in business

Bangor residents purchase community for $8M, dozens of new affordable homes planned

CDI awarded $17.8M to repair failing water infrastructure for thousands of households

Vermont community takes on $2M septic crisis with the help of CDI’s WISP Program

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