The United States Federation of Worker Cooperatives (USFWC) is a grassroots membership organization based in Oakland, CA. They represent worker cooperatives, democratic workplaces, cooperative developers, and allied organizations. The USFWC provides technical assistance, advocacy, and education to promote the growth and success of worker cooperatives. They also offer a Worker Benefits program to provide more affordable healthcare options for their members.
With a focus on building a working class and middle class in the country, the USFWC works towards systematic change for small businesses and emphasizes the importance of a healthy work culture. They support worker ownership and highlight success stories of employee-owned businesses. One of their member highlights is Rainbow Grocery, a worker-owned grocery store in San Francisco's Mission District that offers organic and locally sourced products. Another highlight is Opportunity Threads, an industrial-scale custom sewing and fabric recycling worker co-op that contributes to the local textile economy and promotes environmental sustainability.
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