Co-op Launchbox

Discover member-owned cooperative business models.

Build workshops for historically underserved communities.

Choose Your Journey

Select the path that best fits your role and goals

For Co-op Curious

Are you part of a group thinking about starting a business? Let us introduce you to the cooperative business model. Maybe it will be a good fit for you.

Learn the basics, step by step
See examples from communities like yours
Progress tracking & certificates

For Co-op Developers

Build and deliver professional workshops for your community.

Direct access to workshop builder
Ready-made templates and guides
Tools to support participants

Built for Underserved
Communities

Explore the basics of cooperative enterprises.

Ready to use, customizable training courses for cooperative developers.

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Rural Farmers
🐄
Ranchers
Community Leaders
NCBA CLUSA
Trusted Since 1922

Backed by
NCBA CLUSA

For over 100 years, NCBA CLUSA has strengthened cooperatives across the U.S. and globally. CBS is our newest initiative to make cooperative education accessible to all.

100+
Years
Global
Reach
Leader
In Co-ops

Why Cooperatives?

Cooperatives are built on 7 principles that focus on democracy, equality, and concern for community. These values guide every CBS lesson and show why co-ops are different from other businesses.

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Democracy
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Ownership
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Participation
4
Autonomy
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Education
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Cooperation
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Community
NCBA CLUSA

Certificate of Completion

This certifies that

Your Name

has successfully completed the
Introduction to Cooperatives
learning path

Earn Recognized
Certification

Complete CBS learning paths to earn a certificate from NCBA CLUSA, America's leading cooperative association.

Certification launches in 2026. Early participants will be first in line to earn a recognized credential.

Industry-recognized credential from NCBA CLUSA
Demonstrate your cooperative expertise
Stand out in the cooperative economy
Join a network of certified professionals
Join the Movement

Ready to Transform
Your Community?

Join thousands of cooperative leaders building a more inclusive, sustainable economy.

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Learners
50+
Communities
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