Arising Collective

Strategic consulting & coaching services that elevate purpose-driven organizations.

Rise above the distractions. Scan the horizon. Refocus on where you truly want to go.

Arising Collective offers a custom-designed approach that provides fresh perspectives and vital insights to purpose-driven organizations. We can help identify opportunities and navigate challenges while charting new paths that invigorate your work and your team.

We offer trusted strategic consulting & coaching services with thoughtful, collaborative processes that will strengthen and elevate your organization.

Elevating the Change-Makers

Since 2019, Arising Collective has provided consulting and coaching services to more than 75 purpose-driven organizations, from large national initiatives to community-based organizations.

We believe that your organizations are the backbone and beating heart of our communities. You are the ones striving for equity and sustainability and working to make our world a better place. You deserve high-quality strategic support from people you can trust.

Does your organization exist to benefit or improve your community?
Is your organization not-for-profit, in the public sector, or an enterprising business with a goal that goes beyond profit?

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“We are ultimately solving problems, that’s what we do. But our process allows us to do it in a way that is thoughtful and creative, that builds consensus and provides clarity."

— Jenn Harrington

WE’VE BEEN PRIVILEGED TO WORK ALONGSIDE SOME OUTSTANDING ORGANIZATIONS.

Community Counseling and Resource Centre

Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education

Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre

“Arising were amazing to work with. When the pandemic hit, we were halfway through our strategic planning process, and the entire workplan had to be reevaluated and reworked. Arising were incredibly flexible, adjusting the plans as needed to deliver high-quality results. I would recommend them to anyone.”

– Peterborough Hospice
“Arising Collective has an incredible gift for making the complex appear simple without being simplistic. Arising is a pleasure to work with and always delivers to an exceptionally high standard. They help you to understand a comprehensive project evaluation and bring relevant ideas and solutions to the table.”

– Innovation Cluster, Peterborough and the Kawarthas
“Thank you for sharing your time, expertise, and energy to guide us through strategic planning. It has been such a rewarding process and very grounding after a number of turbulent years. You have set us on a good path for another 20 years."

- Aimee, Seasoned Spoon
“It has been a pleasure working with Arising Collective. Everyone on the team was so professional. What really stood out to me was their commitment to clear communication, which included expectations, progress updates and timelines. The team is also collaborative and open to discussing suggestions and feedback. The final report was well researched and completed on time. The report was detailed, but most importantly it made it very easy for us to determine our next steps. I would not hesitate to contact Arising Collective again for any of our research needs.”

- Carrie Wakeford Executive Director Literacy Ontario Central South
"My experience of working with Arising was, in a word, superlative. They promised, and they more than delivered."

Bill Templeman, Board Member, Trent Radio
"Working with Arising Collective was an excellent experience and made members of our organization reflect on our values and goals in a way that otherwise would have been very difficult to do. They led this process with nothing but professionalism and care."

Juan Urzua Board Member- The Seasoned Spoon
"Working with Arising was a pleasure! Christie really listened to us and her approach and work demonstrated that she understands the work we do as a non-profit. The final evaluation had lots of great information conveyed in a visually appealing and readable format. In the evaluations summaries provided, Arising zoned in on the most important points for the intended audiences and displayed them in a way that they will get read."

Karin Deane, Workforce Development, WoodGreen Community Services
"Our experiences with Arising Collective have been amazing. Consultants are mindful, experienced and very skilled in bringing people together, find common ground and facilitate planning that is impactful for all."
"Arising Collective have been a pleasure to work with! They are sensitive and professional in all areas of their work with us. AC is a team that works with you not for you! Would highly recommend them!"
"Working with Arising Collective was a great experience, both individually for me as a staff person and our organization as a whole. Not only did it help us to set shared goals, but it helped bring our team (board and staff) together after the isolation of the pandemic. It was a grounding and supportive experience."
"Arising Collective brought thoughtfulness, knowledge and humility to their facilitation of our strategic plan. From day one it was clear they were invested in the success of our project, and ultimately, our agency."

Strategic consulting & coaching services that elevate purpose-driven organizations.

Rise above the distractions. Scan the horizon. Refocus on where you truly want to go.

Elevating the Change-Makers

“We are ultimately solving problems, that’s what we do. But our process allows us to do it in a way that is thoughtful and creative, that builds consensus and provides clarity."

“Thank you for sharing your time, expertise, and energy to guide us through strategic planning. It has been such a rewarding process and very grounding after a number of turbulent years. You have set us on a good path for another 20 years."

"My experience of working with Arising was, in a word, superlative. They promised, and they more than delivered."

"Working with Arising Collective was an excellent experience and made members of our organization reflect on our values and goals in a way that otherwise would have been very difficult to do. They led this process with nothing but professionalism and care."

"Our experiences with Arising Collective have been amazing. Consultants are mindful, experienced and very skilled in bringing people together, find common ground and facilitate planning that is impactful for all."

"Arising Collective have been a pleasure to work with! They are sensitive and professional in all areas of their work with us. AC is a team that works with you not for you! Would highly recommend them!"

"Arising Collective brought thoughtfulness, knowledge and humility to their facilitation of our strategic plan. From day one it was clear they were invested in the success of our project, and ultimately, our agency."

Arising Collective