🌐 Platform Co-operatives and Community Investments – Call

Join us for an insightful exploration into the world of fundraising through cooperative membership! 🤝 In this 1,5 hours call, we will delve into possibilities of financing projects through collective efforts.

Typically, cooperatives operate under the premise of members pooling their money to accomplish collective objectives. However, the reality of many platform cooperatives is often a quite different one: Initial funding frequently falls short, leaving operational needs and fair compensation for platform stewards unmet. When conventional avenues like bank loans or grants remain inaccessible, the cooperative members themselves are often the source of sought-after assistance.

Learn from the experiences of Circles Coop and SuperCoop in Berlin, as they share their journey through community fundraising such as gitcoin grants, token sales and other forms of membership investments. Our speakers will provide insights into how they managed the challenges associated with getting community members invested – both with their time and financially.

🗓️ Date: Thursday, August 31

🕒 Time: 5.30pm-7.00pm CEST

📍 Location: Online (Zoom)

🎙️ Speakers: Andreas Arnold, Ela Kagel, Claudia Henke from Platform Cooperatives Germany eG and special guest Damla Oczelik, head of communications at Circles Coop eG.

🌍 Language: English

💰 The event is free of charge, but booking is essential

REGISTER HERE:
https://www.eventbrite.de/e/platform-cooperatives-and-community-investment-tickets-702178283147

🔢 Agenda:

• Introduction: Setting the stage for the discussion on community-driven fundraising.
• Real-world Examples: Learn from the experiences of Circles Coop and SuperCoop in Berlin, as they share their journey through community fundraising, token sales and membership investments.
• Navigating Complexities: Our speakers will provide insights into how they managed the challenges associated with these innovative fundraising approaches.
• Q&A Session: Your chance to engage with the speakers and get your burning questions answered.
• Panel Discussion: Moderated by Andreas Arnold and Ela Kagel.
• Networking Opportunity: Connect with like-minded individuals passionate about cooperative solutions.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Understand the mechanics of fundraising through cooperative membership
• Gain insights into community crowdfunding, token sales and membership investment strategies
• Explore alternatives to traditional top-down fundraising methods
• Network with coopreneurs, platform coop founders and everyone interested in more equitable futures!

💫 Zoom Link:

We will send the Zoom link to registered participants prior to the event.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and explore the world of platform cooperatives and community investments. Whether you’re a seasoned cooprepreneur, an aspiring cooperative member, or simply curious about innovative financing models, this event is for you.

Spread the word and invite your friends and colleagues who share an interest in cooperative economies, community investments, and decentralized fundraising.

Let’s pave the way for a more inclusive and cooperative future together! 🌱🌟

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