Community Economic Development
We believe a just and inclusive economy is shaped by the power of people and community.
Building wealth isn’t simply financial. It takes building power to achieve transformative outcomes and an economy where everyone can thrive. At Catalyst Miami, we help put power back in the hands of communities by providing wealth-building opportunities that are controlled by people themselves.
We offer initiatives such as shared ownership of real estate and a worker cooperative academy. Our goal is to create programs and solutions that promote economic inclusivity, and we believe that community-owned and -governed institutions are the key to fostering more equitable economic systems that benefit everyone.
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Our community-centered programs and initiatives are creating more shared prosperity.
Expanding wealth-building opportunities for individuals, families, and whole communities
Increasing community control and ownership over businesses and real estate
Launching projects that allow residents to “buy back the block” — or buy and manage real estate in their neighborhood
Supporting the launch and prolonged success of worker cooperatives and cooperatively governed nonprofits
Demonstrating what a more democratic economy rooted in equity and cooperation could look like in Miami
North Miami Community Investment Cooperative
The North Miami Community Investment Cooperative (NM-CIC) is an opportunity for local residents to “buy back the block” — or take ownership and control of real estate in their community. This cooperative model means that residents will own and manage commercial property together, while the tenants will be local small businesses.
In the first phase of each property, Catalyst Miami will oversee the purchase and initial management of the real estate. This includes making any needed repairs to the property and handling commercial tenant matters. Then, Catalyst Miami will oversee the process of selling the properties back to individual members of the community.
The NM-CIC project is a great way for residents to become property owners and have a say in the development of their neighborhood.
Worker-Owned Business Program
Catalyst Miami is committed to building a more democratic economy in Miami. The Worker-Owned Business Program helps residents learn about and establish worker cooperatives and worker-governed nonprofits. These are enterprises where employees collectively own and manage the business and share in the profits.
This business model places employees and community benefits at the forefront, giving workers a greater sense of control over their work and economic well-being. In addition, worker-owned businesses also contribute to a more equitable economy by promoting community economic development and jobs that build wealth for all employees.
By expanding worker cooperatives and cooperative nonprofits in Miami, our program is working toward a more resilient and inclusive business sector that benefits everyone.