Question 1

What is ROOTS?

Accepted Answer

ROOTS is a community-powered mutual aid group focused on building real relationships, connection, and support in Carlisle. It’s not a program, charity, or formal organization. ROOTS is simply people in the community coming together to help each other so no one has to walk through life feeling unseen or alone.

Question 2

What does ROOTS stand for?

Accepted Answer

Relationships
Outreach
Opportunity
Trust
Support

Question 3

Is ROOTS affiliated with any organization or church?

Accepted Answer

No. ROOTS is not affiliated with any institution, organization, or church. It operates informally as a community mutual aid effort. Participation is voluntary.

Question 4

Who is ROOTS for?

Accepted Answer

-Feels disconnected or unseen
-Wants to help build community
-Needs support, resources, or a place to belong
-Has ideas and energy to create positive change
-Believes we all have a role in making Carlisle a more connected, compassionate place

Question 5

How is ROOTS different from other groups?

Accepted Answer

ROOTS isn’t an organization serving the community. ROOTS is the community. It was born from lived experiences of feeling isolated or overlooked, and exists so nobody else has to feel that way. There’s no hierarchy or savior mentality. ROOTS is neighbors supporting neighbors.

Question 6

What kinds of things does ROOTS do?

Accepted Answer

Activities depend on community needs and shared ideas, including:
-Connection and relationship-building
-Peer support and healing conversations
Resource sharing (like hygiene products, food items, or other needed supplies)
-Fun gatherings and social events to build familiarity and belonging
-Raising awareness for health, wellness, and justice topics

(ROOTS does not provide professional services or licensed support.)

Question 7

How can I get involved?

Accepted Answer

-Come to a ROOTS gathering or conversation
-Share your ideas or skills
-Connect us with resources, venues, or local leaders
-Donate supplies, food, or physical items we’re collecting for community use
-Simply show up and be part of it
Participation is voluntary and at your own discretion.

Question 8

Does ROOTS accept money donations?

Accepted Answer

No. ROOTS no longer accepts monetary donations. We only accept physical resources, supplies, or in-kind support such as:
-Snacks or drinks for gatherings
-Venues willing to host ROOTS events
-Contacts or introductions to people and groups who can help
-Supplies for drives or events

Question 9

Does ROOTS provide services or emergency help?

Accepted Answer

No. ROOTS is not a service provider. It is a mutual aid group based on peer connection and shared support.

For emergencies, please call 911 or appropriate hotlines.

Question 10

Is ROOTS a registered nonprofit or business?

Accepted Answer

No. ROOTS is not a registered nonprofit, charity, or business. It is an informal, community-powered mutual aid group created and led by local residents to support each other.

Question 11

How do I contact ROOTS?

Accepted Answer

-Message ROOTS on social media
-Scan QR codes at gatherings to connect
-Check the Linktree for current links, forms, and contact info

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