Building from the Ground Up
Community Economic Development
What is it?
The Community Economic Development program at OFC, Inc. is focused on microenterprise development. It is designed to create community wealth, generate family assets, and increase economic security for low to moderate income residents of Chenango County. The major project of this effort is Bullthistle Rag Enterprise, which is designed to educate, motivate, and inspire fiber and textile craftspeople interested in starting their own business.
Technical Assistance with Business Planning, Marketing, Product Development and other aspects of starting a successful business
Access to equipment and a facility in which to work
Access to raw materials and supplies
Assistance with financial resources including a revolving loan fund
Basic job skills
Assistance in goal setting and goal achievement
The Bullthistle Rag Enterprise Textile Studio is located at the Catholic Charities Roots & Wings facility at 34/36 Berry Street in Norwich, New York. Map The facility is open 9:00am to 4:00pm Tuesday-Friday. Please call Deb Dennis at (607) 334-7114 for more information.
The Bullthistle Rag Enterprise project is comprised of many partnering organizations and individuals that keep it moving forward: Some of these are:
Catholic Charities of Chenango County
Made in Chenango Gift Shop and Gallery
Chenango County Chamber of Commerce
How do I find out more?
For more information, please contact Deb Dennis at OFC, Inc. (607) 334-7114