Celebrate solidarity at Co-op Fest 2025! Join us Oct 4, 3–7 PM at Yellow Cab for food, games, music & more. Rooted together, rising together for community power!
Co-Own is a 6-week training program to help launch and grow cooperative and community-rooted businesses in Dayton. We’ll work together to build the structure, tools, and culture that your group needs to share leadership, make decisions together, and operate sustainably.
This program is designed for teams, but we also welcome solo founders who are building toward shared ownership. Whether you’re running a small business with collaborators or just getting started with a powerful idea, Co-Own can help you move forward.
We especially encourage applications from Black-led, women-led, and community-centered businesses that are building to meet urgent economic, cultural, and social needs in Dayton’s neighborhoods.
🗓️ Deadline to Apply: September 18th, 2025
🧑🏾🤝🧑🏽 Program Dates: Thursdays, October 16th - November 20th at 6-8PM (virtual)
⏳ Time Commitment: ~2–3 hours/week (includes workshops + time with your group)
💵 Follow-on support will be available after completing all 6 sessions, based on the stage and needs of your team.
Co-op 101 is our free, interactive introduction to the cooperative business model. Learn what co-ops are, how they work, and why they matter for building community wealth right here in Dayton.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how cooperative businesses are reshaping Dayton! Join us for a guided tour of three inspiring local co-ops making a difference in our community.
We invite you to join us for a kickback (Bonfire Style) on June 6th at 7pm. This will be a fun and relaxed time to connect with people who believe that another world is possible! Expect live music, smores and community connections from around the state! (please bring fold out chairs) (907 Miami Chapel Rd. Dayton, Ohio)
Join us for Community Transformation Night School Session 6!
This session’s topic is: "A Defining Moment: Exploring methods to make visible and activate the abundant gifts in our community."
This session will wrap up our Night School series before we take a break for the summer. We’ll be back in the fall with more opportunities to learn, connect, and build together!
Struggling to connect with your community or inspire change? Join our workshop to learn how to craft and share your story as a powerful tool for building trust, relationships, and collective action.
