Co-op Month: Keeping Greenbelt Great
Submitted by cgyemfi on Mon, 10/11/2021 - 12:33pm
Release Date:
Oct 11, 2021
Co-op Month: Keeping Greenbelt Great
Greenbelt Homes, Inc. (GHI) is celebrating National Co-op Month this October, which recognizes the many ways co-ops are committed to strengthening the local communities they serve.
What is a cooperative?
A co-op is a business that is owned and controlled by its members. GHI exists to provide you a home – not to make a profit.
Why are cooperatives different?
Seven cooperative principles set us apart from other businesses:
- Open membership;
- Member control;
- Member economic participation;
- Autonomy and independence;
- Education, training, and information;
- Cooperation among cooperatives; and
- Concern for community.
In addition to providing a home, GHI focuses on making a difference in the community through various committee and task force activities. Keep an eye out for the calendar events to get involved in your cooperative community.
