Make Change Work.

Launch The Raw Carrot in your community.

Opening Doors for People Who Want to Work

For over a decade, The Raw Carrot has built a proven “social franchise” model that provides supported jobs for people facing barriers and living on the margins.

Across Canada, hundreds of thousands of capable, motivated people face barriers to employment. Too often they hear “no,” not because they lack ability, but because the system isn’t designed with them in mind.

The Raw Carrot offers a different path. We provide dignity through social purpose work, and strengthen communities by saying “yes” where others have said “no.”

OneChurch TO discusses the positive impact in their community after launching a Raw Carrot site at their church.

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the foundation of each site:

  • Operates in partnership with a church or nonprofit

  • Provides supported, permanent employment

  • Produces high-quality products for sale in person, online, and through local markets and retailers

  • Becomes a place of belonging, purpose, and growth

What We Provide

  • A proven launch framework and site development support

  • Operational coaching and ongoing mentorship

  • Food safety guidance and production systems

  • Branding, packaging, and marketing tools

  • Connection to a national network of Raw Carrot sites

  • You bring the heart, we bring the experience and support

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What You Bring

  • A shared vision for supported employment

  • A certified commercial kitchen

  • Local leadership and volunteer support

  • Willingness to grow thoughtfully and sustainably

  • A commitment to people-first practices

The Pathway to Partnership

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Explore

Discover if The Raw Carrot is the right fit for your organization.

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learn

Get equipped to launch with confidence through hands‑on training and support.

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lAUNCH

Hire your team, fire up the kitchen, and get cooking!

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GROW

Scale your sales and create more jobs!

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“When I first heard of The Raw Carrot, I knew it was an answer to my prayers. As a mother with a son with Autism, it was on my heart to find opportunities for him and others who face barriers, but who also want to work! The heart of The Raw Carrot is filling a need and we are grateful to be a part of this community.”

— Mary-Anne Morales OneChurchTO, Scarbourough

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Ready To Explore?

If you’re discerning whether a Raw Carrot site could take root in your community, we’d love to connect to explore possibilities, and imagine the impact in your community.

We’ll guide you through the practical steps, from understanding the model to preparing your space, connecting with staff, and planning your launch. You’ll see how a site can fit your organization, your resources, and your vision.

Even if you’re just curious, talking with us helps you clarify what’s possible and whether your community is ready to take this step.