The Northwest Cooperative Development Center is offering two weekends of workshops in Idaho. This two-part series will be hosted by the two established Idaho food co-ops, as an effort to bring cooperative resources to the Inland Northwest.
The first event will take place in at the Moscow Food Co-op May 30 – June 1, and will focus on building a strong organization and leadership. The second event will be held at the Boise Co-op August 15 – 17, and will focus on feasibility and financing. Each gathering will run from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.
Currently, many Inland Northwest co-op members drive great distances to stock up on natural foods. These workshops will provide a detailed look at the process of opening a store and give these distant members have an opportunity to start their own cooperative.
Participants will learn from a food co-op development specialist, and directly from staff of the host cooperatives. You will also connect with each other for ongoing mutual support. The hosts are natural food stores, but those interested in starting consumer-owned stores of any size and flavor are also encouraged to attend.
Registration fees for each weekend will be only $50, including materials. For more information, please email
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or call 360-943-4241. Registration is due May 23.
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