Georgia Cooperative Council Inc

“CASH CONTRIBUTION: 8,000”

“Expenses youth conference 16,666 couples conference 19,696 administrative 3,799 director 9,250 annual meeting 4,164 total 53,575”

“The georgia cooperative councils ongoing mission is to promote and foster cooperatives and to educate georgians about cooperatives and the vital role they play in growing and supporting the nations economy. Cooperatives are businesses that are owned and operated by their members. These businesses not only serve the interests of members, but they also dedicate substantial human and financial resources to serve their communities beyond their business functions. Concern for community is a core guiding cooperative principle and the community commitment of cooperatives enhances economic opportunity and improves quality of life in georgias cities and towns.”

“Youth leadership conference - the purpose of the 5-day conference is to build and enhance teen leadership skills and for participants to learn the role cooperatives play in the communities they serve. The leadership event is also designed to enhance participants leadership skills and teamwork abilities through a series of exercises, training sessions and presentations.”

“Couples conference - the conference is an opportunity for couples to meet new people and create new friendships while learning of the various cooperatives that operate in their everyday lives. Couples in attendance are sponsored by members of the georgia co-op council.”