MT Cooperative Development Center We Can Co-Op That!
25 Years Building Together What Would Be Impossible To Build Alone
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS!
MCDC is celebrating 25 years of "Building Together What Would Be Impossible To Build Alone!"
We couldn't do what we do without support.
Sponsorship, endowment, annual partnership and individual giving opportunities are available at the link below and we always appreciate your support.
Join Our Art Raffle
Purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win an original painting from Elk Camp Arts artist Randy McIntyre!
All proceeds go toward Cooperative Education here in Montana through MCDC.
Our Mission
“To Empower Economic Development by Utilizing the Cooperative Business Model, for the Betterment of Montana Communities”
At MCDC, our mission is to empower Montana communities by delivering high-quality cooperative development programs.
We are committed to fostering cooperative enterprises across various sectors, harnessing the potential of Montana's unique cooperative legal landscape to facilitate the formation of successful cooperatives.
Our organization is dedicated to catalyzing cooperative growth and innovation, working hand in hand with aspiring entrepreneurs and existing businesses alike.
Explore the key focus areas below that MCDC is actively engaged in and discover how we can help your project thrive within the cooperative model.
We invite you to contact us today for a personalized consultation.
Cooperatives Around The World Prescribe To The 7 Guiding Principles
- Voluntary and Open Membership
- Democratic Member Control
- Members' Economic Participation
- Autonomy and Independence
- Education, Training and Information
- Cooperation Among Cooperatives
- Concern for Community
Two Coloring Book Options Now Available for Cooperative Education
The stories of Co-OpVille begin with Legacy the Unicorn and now continue with Elementor the Dragon teaching about cooperatives.
Order coloring books for your co-op now!
Coloring books are free for MCOC members - just pay for shipping.
If you aren't a member of MCOC, you can still order for only $2 each plus shipping.
Educators and teachers interested in utilizing these coloring books can cont