Berendson Academy – Cooperative Education and Support

Free education for housing cooperatives

Resource Library

Download Center

Search 1,388 free articles, guides, books, reports, journals, cheat sheets and sample forms for housing cooperatives. Every resource is free to read and download.

A person reading a printed document at a wooden table during a workshop

Search the library

Find a resource

Search by title, or choose a category or format. Click any title to see a short overview before you download it.

Cover Image Club Officer Training Treasurer Club Officer Training Treasurer

While many club officers will be content, and even enthusiastic, about their new responsibilities, others may feel uncertain and obligated. Attending the training and fulfilling their roles implies great commitment...

Reports  Board Treasurer
Cover Image make good use of the treasurer make good use of the treasurer

Make Good Use of the Treasurer & Finance Committee

Article  Board Treasurer
Cover Image Treasurer Club Officer Training Treasurer Club Officer Training

Welcome to Club Officer Training. As a training facilitator, you are responsible for conveying the information that club officers need to fulfill their roles. Well-trained club officers are equipped to...

Guides  Board Treasurer

About the library

What you will find

Our Download Center is a one-stop hub for cooperative knowledge, curated from trusted cooperative and housing organizations. Whether you want research-based insight or practical management tools, it supports informed decisions and effective leadership.

Governance and legal frameworks

Understand your duties, responsibilities and ethical obligations.

Financial and business planning

Learn strategies to keep your cooperative strong and sustainable.

Operations and maintenance

Gain insights into maintaining property value and community trust.

Marketing and member engagement

Explore proven ways to build community participation and satisfaction.

Sector-specific studies

Dive into focused research on housing, agriculture, finance and more.