Social Enterprise as Ministry: How The Local Church Can Empower the Marginalized Through Meaningful Work
Rebecca Sherbino is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Raw Carrot, a social enterprise ministry dedicated to empowering local churches to provide meaningful employment, poverty reduction and community to individuals facing barriers to traditional work. She holds an undergraduate degree in Global Development, Peace, and Justice and a master’s in international development. Her passion for working with marginalized communities was shaped by her work in sustainable community development in New Guinea, Malawi and Sudan, having lived in Africa for 5 years. Apon her return to Canada, God opened her eyes to the lack of opportunities faced by vulnerable populations in Canada and the need for more than a handout, but a hand UP.
Rebecca's commitment to sustainable social justice and her entrepreneurial and innovative approach to poverty alleviation exemplify her dedication to empowering marginalized individuals through the dignity of work.
Over the last decade, The Raw Carrot has expanded to five locations (with more on the way!) in partnership with churches across Ontario, with soup sales of over $200,000/year providing meaningful employment to over 40 individuals on social assistance.
Social Enterprise as Ministry: How The Local Church Can Empower the Marginalized Through Meaningful Work
Join Rebecca Sherbino, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Raw Carrot, as she shares the inspiring journey of a simple idea that became a thriving social enterprise, changing lives in churches across Ontario. What if your church could create jobs for people in need—right in your own community?
Rebecca will take you behind the scenes of The Raw Carrot, where individuals struggling in poverty, living with disabilities, mental health challenges, and barriers to traditional employment find purpose, dignity, and sustainable income—all through the power of soup!
In this engaging session, you’ll discover:
✅ How The Raw Carrot began and grew from one late-night idea to a "social franchise" ministry
✅ The incredible impact of
employment as ministry—helping people break free from poverty
✅ How
your church can launch a Raw Carrot site and become a place of practical hope
If you’re passionate about missions, social justice, local poverty reduction, or creating real change in your community, don’t miss this opportunity to hear how God is using work as ministry—and how your church can be part of the movement!
Rebecca Sherbino
Executive Director
HQ | 164 Grand River St N, Paris, Ontario
519.865.1965