My name is Eric Krawczyk and I’m organizing a division of Common Good Finance in the rural mountain community of Gunnison, CO. Marked as one of the coldest cities in America, Gunnison is completely dependent upon outside supply chains, energy resources and tourists for survival. We, too, are sensitive to the country’s centralized economies, yet have a resiliently collaborative community supporting the arts, education and nonprofits. We are slowly awakening to the economic and health benefits of investing in local food, goods and services. Its only a matter of time before we reach the tipping point of demand for democratic economic involvement bringing in a flood of new memberships for a Common Good Bank division.

I am also a school counselor, licensed professional counselor, sustainable home builder and director of the ministry-Gunnison Creation Care. I enjoy cultivating the strengths in youth, adults, and all creation for the common good of all. For the last 2 years, I’ve been unfunded by all banks to complete construction on a creation-caring home for my expecting wife and two huskies. I believe the Common Good Bank model can empower our community to decide how our money is invested.

Let’s make it happen Gunnison!