Committed to advancing the community of Kennett Square so that all residents can thrive.
What is Square Roots Collective?
Square Roots Collective is a collection of social enterprises that join in advancing our community toward an ecosystem in which everyone can thrive. This includes for-profit businesses, non-profit ventures, formal and informal partnerships and associations with likeminded organizations – all united by a commitment to the holistic thriving of Kennett Square.
Our Focus
How can a community be successful in providing the opportunities for everyone to thrive? Our strategy uses these three approaches:
The character of our projects:
Weaving
We see community through the metaphor of a strong and beautiful fabric and focus on weaving three particular kinds of threads into community life: Relational, Placemaking, and Economic Threads.
The emphasis of our approach:
Collaborating
We seek integrate our efforts with others in the community in order to develop holistic solutions that have the greatest potential for impact.
The aim of our efforts:
Equitable Opportunities
We want to nurture opportunities for everyone in our community regardless of background, race, ethnicity or socioeconomic standing.
Our Team
Our team brings together dreamers and doers, but one thing that unites us is our desire for excellence and to create positive impact. Bringing a variety of skill sets together, we believe in an ‘all hands on deck’ mentality when it comes to accomplishing our mission.
Our Roots
Square Roots Collective is a new name but has been over 30 years in the making.