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Co-op Columbus Vision
We aim to engage and empower the Central Ohio community to cultivate collective power and wealth.We strive to expand economic solidarity by supporting worker-owned and shared-equity cooperatives in order to mitigate the chronic social and economic challenges affecting the most marginalized and underserved members of our community.
Co-op Columbus Mission
Founded in 2021, Co-op Columbus is a cooperative incubator dedicated to expanding the cooperative ecosystem in Central Ohio. Our mission is to foster economic empowerment, social equity, and community resilience through the promotion and development of cooperative enterprises.We provide support to emerging and established cooperatives, including technical assistance and educational resources. By nurturing cooperative businesses, Co-op Columbus aims to create sustainable, community-owned solutions that enhance local economic stability and inclusivity.
Co-op Columbus is an active member of the Bronzeville Food Co-op Steering Committee.Co-op Columbus is also a member of the Ohio Worker Ownership Network (OWN), a broad coalition of support organizations across the state of Ohio committed to the development of cooperative and worker-owned enterprises. OWN currently has 11 member organizations located in every region and major metropolitan area within Ohio.