Arise Africa was born from a shared heart and passion for the country of Zambia. Friends Alissa Rosebrough and John Rosacker each had life-changing experiences in the country, seeing the love and happiness Zambians shared while living on very little. Both Alissa and John knew they were passionate about helping the people of this beautiful nation and, after prayer and long discussions about how to best provide aid, Arise Africa was formed in 2010. Today, Alissa leads the organization as Executive Director and John remains a loyal supporter and advocate.
A core tenant of their work is to have equal involvement between our American and Zambian teams. The staff in Africa is critical to the success of our mission. They have a deep understanding of local culture, and the obstacles Zambians face every day. Their American teams serve as outside support, helping to create an environment where Africans can survive and thrive without encroaching the rich legacy of their culture.
