Kalamazoo Collective Housing is a network of democratically-controlled affordable housing.
We are a growing project that provides nonprofit, sustainable ("green") housing; empowers people to create democratic cooperatives; and strengthens our community through shared resources and education.
Research Volunteer Needed
KCH is in need of a volunteer to conduct research on local affordable housing options. This volunteer will compile information on nonprofit and co-op housing organizations in Kalamazoo. If you have a few hours to spare every week, email michael@kalamazoo.coop about this opportunity.
National homes magazine cites reasons to settle in Kalamazoo's Vine neighborhood
by the Kalamazoo Gazette staff
KALAMAZOO -- Citing its proximity to restaurants and college sporting events, great tax incentives for buyers and The Kalamazoo Promise free college tuition program for public school graduates, the Vine neighborhood was listed among the "Best Places for Families" in the "Great Neighborhoods" section of the July-August edition of This Old House.
Board of Directors Opening
We are seeking a qualified individual to fill a vacant Community Trustee seat on our Board of Directors. Join us as we expand into the future! Nonprofit board experience is required. Learn more here.
Meristem Openings
Meristem Co-op has a single room available which needs to be filled. Please get your application to us ASAP.
We are also accepting applications for the next member contract period (August 1 '09 to July 31 '10) Details here.
NASCO Action Camp
Kerrville-Schreiner Park, a few hours north of Austin, TX
NASCO Action Camp, held each August, provides an intensive training environment for leaders and active members of housing co-ops, worker collectives, and other democratically run communities. Participants spend one week in a beautiful natural environment engaging in a week long program on privilege and anti-oppression work and interactive fun, using techniques from Theater of the Oppressed. More info.
