Whether you’re a farmer looking to increase your outreach, a consumer in need of fresh produce, or a community member looking to get involved in a healthier, happier Waterloo–you’re in the right place.

We Arose in Waterloo grew out of a desire to promote community wellness–both the physical health of its people and the strength of its connections. We did so by addressing three primary needs: affordable access to fresh produce to promote healthier lifestyles, for local farmers to be less siloed in their outreach efforts, and for the community to nurture, and be supported by these issues.

Since its inception, We Arose has grown to include solutions for all of these needs and more. With programs like Greens to Go, We Ride, Wine Exchange, Youth Development and Training, and We Arose Gardens–anyone and everyone in Waterloo has a place within the We Arose umbrella. While each program relies on the central hub of We Arose for its mission and continuity, they are nourished and managed by partnerships between numerous individuals and local organizations.