What is Coho/US?
Coho/US is a national non-profit raising awareness of the benefits of cohousing and supporting the development of cohousing communities nationwide. We serve as a connector and clearinghouse to grow and nurture cohousing.
What is our Mission?
Coho/US advances cohousing by assisting forming and existing communities through a robust network of resources and access to technical assistance; and educating the public about the benefits of cohousing, from resource conservation and sustainability to resilient communities and healthy families.
Coho/US Program & Services
- Educating and inspiring through national and regional conferences
- Serving as a clearinghouse and connector for resources and professional services
- Building a national cohousing community through networks and mentoring
- Fostering a cohousing-friendly social, political and economic environment through education & advocacy
- Collaborating on opportunities to grow the cohousing movement and nurture communities
Coho/US Strategic Partners
- Cohousing Research Network
- Fellowship for Intentional Community
- National Cooperative Bank
- Partnerships for Affordable Cohousing
- SAGE Cohousing International
Coho/US Strategic Plan Overview
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We will focus on these Core Areas:
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INSPIRING COHOUSING FORMATION |
NURTURING COHOUSING COMMUNITIES |
ADVANCING POLICY/ADVOCACY |
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Goal 1: Inspire the Growth of Cohousing as an Innovative Response to Social and Environmental Challenges |
Goal 2: Nurture Cohousing Communities and Help Them Thrive |
Goal 3: Foster a Cohousing-Friendly Social, Political and Economic Environment |
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We will increase organizational effectiveness and efficiency through:
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QUALITY SERVICES
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BOARD GOVERNANCE
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Goal 4: Provide Quality Services as a Connector and Clearinghouse to Grow and Nurture Cohousing |
Goal 5: Develop a Board that can be Responsive to a |
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We will sustain and propagate the organization and mission through:
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ENGAGEMENT
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PUBLIC EDUCATION
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FUNDRAISING
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Goal 6: Expand Engagement of Volunteers, Cohousing Communities and Aligned Organizations |
Goal 7: Raise National Awareness about Cohousing and Increase the Public’s Appreciation of its Benefits |
Goal 8: Ensure Sufficient Financial Support and Resources to Meet Strategic Objectives |
