Our Program
Program (Grant & Training Process)
Shared Services & Purchasing Cooperative Training Program
With grant funds from Athens–Clarke County, GCDC is rolling out a program that blends education, connection, and action.
Info Sessions
Gather community feedback and assess needs.
Community Forum
Connect participants, build peer support, and share ideas.
Co-op 101 Mini-Course
Learn the basics of cooperatives on-demand.
8-Week Training (Launching January)
Dive deep into cooperative development.
Pilot Cooperative Launch
Put knowledge into practice and create a real co-op.
This is more than training—it’s a chance to lay the foundation for a cooperative that strengthens Athens for years to come.
Athens Co-op Empowering Communities
A Georgia Cooperative Development Center project, with support from Athens–Clarke County.
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The Georgia Cooperative Development Center (GCDC) empowers communities through cooperative business models. We provide technical assistance, education, and support to new and existing co-ops across the state.
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