I love the concept of the co op and self-reliant living, however I’m not in a place finically where I could live on site for a while. I have lots of skills that would be of use, how else can I be involved? Do you offer work/trade programs? Could I volunteer?
We understand! Many of us are selling our homes and renting (or living in RVs) in order to get the resources to build. Some lucky few can build without selling.
Yes, you are certainly welcome to volunteer. If you’ll befriend me on Facebook, I can add you to our private Facebook group “OSR Academy Chat”. That’s where you’ll find volunteer opportunities mentioned.
I’m here: https://www.facebook.com/top10traffic/
This entire project is a non-profit endeavor and is funded through the selling of co-op shares. So, we don’t have a deep-pocketed investor that could fund/ a work/trade program. Though, the co-op does need to hire heavy-equipment operators right now. Also, you could offer your services in the Facebook group, if you like.
Some of our people are finding creative ways to finance their homestead. One single-mom persuaded her siblings to help her fund hers. Another couple and one or two of their married children are all going in on a bigger home that they’ll share.