Artisans Cooperative

The Artisans Cooperative is crafting a better handmade marketplace online: a co-op alternative to Etsy. Designed by and for crafters, it will be a trustworthy place to buy authentically handmade goods.

Impact Areas

Increase Democratic Governance

Environmental
Sustainability

Milestones Achieved

Co-Founder Valerie Franklin shares some milestones they have reached in the past year and a half including:

  • Moving from an idea to an operating marketplace that is already putting money into the pockets of Artisans

  • Getting legally incorporated as a cooperative in Oregon

  • Exceeding their fundraising goal from their first memberships, raising $50,000

  • Launching in October 2023 in order to be ready for the holiday season

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