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RESOURCES FOR STRONGER COMMUNITIES

Resources for Building

Community Ownership.

Explore tools, research, case studies, funding pathways, and coalition expertise supporting community-owned real estate across Minnesota.

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Building community wealth requires shared infrastructure.

OUR RESOURCES

MC-CORE provides practical resources and collective expertise to help communities create, strengthen, and sustain community-owned real estate.
 

Our resources are organized around the critical elements needed for success— from accessing capital and influencing policy to building strong operations and connecting with partners.

Tools. Knowledge. Support.

Stronger Communities.

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RESOURCE LIBRARY

Inspiring stories, case studies, and local reporting that highlight the power of community ownership.

The Black Immigrant Women Who Bought a Minneapolis Mall

How a group of Black immigrant women purchased Shingle Creek Center and are building wealth and opportunity in their community.

Nexus Community Partners Fosters Community Ownership in the Twin Cities

An inside look at how Nexus is advancing community ownership and economic resilience through real estate.

Community Investment Cooperatives Shaping Area

Local reporting on how community investment cooperatives are creating lasting impact and driving inclusive development.

OUR RESOURCE AREAS
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Funding & Capital Access

Access the capital and financial tools needed to acquire, develop, and sustain community-owned real estate.

Capital stacks & financing guides

Community investment funds

Grants & public funding

Ownership transition resources

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Public Policy & Ecosystem Building

Advance policies and systems that create pathways for community ownership to thrive.

Policy research & recommendations

Local & state policy advocacy

Ecosystem mapping & partnerships

Coalition initiatives & campaigns

Shared Services for Stronger Operations

Build strong, efficient organizations through shared services and expert support.

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Governance & legal support

Accounting & financial services

Communications & storytelling

Training & technical assistance

Group Planning Committee

Access the capital and financial tools needed to acquire, develop, and sustain community-owned real estate.

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