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Since 1967, the Federation has worked to empower Black farmers, landowners, and cooperatives across the Southern region through cooperative development, land retention, and advocacy.​ The Federation's strengths are its structure and governance. We are a member-owned and operated organization born from the Civil Rights Movement.

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Membership Highlight

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The Federation salutes Florida landowner and member Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) James “JG” Wideman! 

In October 2024, James joined the Federation and traveled to Epes, Alabama, to attend CoopEcon 2024—a transformative 3-day event designed to help member cooperatives achieve growth and address infrastructure needs.

In November, he participated in FSC/LAF's Membership Monday Meet-Up on Zoom, a virtual gathering where active members receive an orientation and learn about upcoming programs and opportunities. 💻

In early December 2024, as an heirs property landowner, James participated in our 6th Annual Heirs Property Boot Camp, where he received:
•    a comprehensive 12-month checklist
•    a detailed workbook
•    a suite of land retention tools and resources to guide families in establishing clear title pathways within a year.

The historically rich community of Royal, Florida, where James was born and raised, holds a profound legacy. Royal was established in 1865 by Freedmen who acquired land post-Civil War. 📜 Over generations, this agricultural hub flourished, with many descendants still residing in the homes built by their ancestors. Today, the community faces significant threats from zoning changes that allow large-scale industrial and housing developments. Join the fight to preserve Royal’s rich heritage! Learn more about its deep history and make a difference by signing the petition here. 🖋️

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SELECT THE MEMBERSHIP LEVEL RIGHT FOR YOU

co-op
annual
membership

$300

Associate
annual
membership

$300

Individual
black farmer
landowner
annual Membershp

$50

lifetime
Individual
black farmer
landowner

 

$1000

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
2769 Church Street
East Point Georgia 30344

MAIN PHONE 
(404) 765-0991

MAIN EMAIL 
info@federation.coop


 

MEDIA RELATIONS EMAIL

mediarelations@federation.coop

MEMBER EMAIL

membership@federation.coop

EVENTS EMAIL

events@federation.coop

RURAL TRAINING & RESEARCH CENTER
 

SOUTHERN REGIONAL

AGRO-FORESTRY CENTER

 

ALABAMA FIELD OFFICE

ALABAMA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COOPERATIVES

575 Federation Road

Gainesville, AL 35464

Send Mail:

PO Box 95
Epes, Alabama  35460

Call (205) 652-9676

Fax  (205) 652-9678

FLORIDA FIELD OFFICE

224 NW Hillsboro Street

Lake City, Florida

Call (386) 243-8179

GEORGIA FIELD OFFICE

624 W Oglethorpe Blvd.

Albany, GA 31701

Call (229) 432-5799

Fax (229) 439-0894

MISSISSIPPI  ASSOCIATION OF COOPERATIVES

MISSISSIPPI  FIELD OFFICE

233 East Hamilton Street
Jackson, Mississippi 39202

Call (601) 944-0592

LOUISIANA FIELD OFFICE

3717 Prescott Rd

Alexandria, LA 71301

 Call (318) 704-2423

SOUTH CAROLINA 

Call  (404) 765-0991

​TEXAS FIELD OFFICE

2002 W. Grand Pkwy North

Suite 305

Katy, TX 77449

Call (713) 634-7385

If you reside in a Southern State not listed, please contact

1-888-508-3310 for assistance.

Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund 1967-2025

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