Our Team
Raimee
Cofounder & Farmer
Raimee, cofounder of Blawesome, is a young farmer and musician. Raimee brings the spirit of Blawesome to life through his years of experience volunteering on community farms in and around Orange County, NC. He has a joyful energy and is committed to being an agent of positive change in the world. When he is not in the garden, Raimee enjoys watching Hayao Miyazaki films, writing stories, and hanging out with the crew at Reality Ministries. His favorite flowers are zinnias.
Rebecca
Cofounder & Designer
Rebecca Sorensen, MSW is the cofounder of Blawesome and parent to Raimee, Mason, and Dupree. Rebecca has worked in sustainable horticulture for over a decade, and as a Community Development Consultant for 20 years, organizing and implementing unique community initiatives to serve adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Her work focuses on using natural interactions and processes to promote a meaningful and intentional human experience. Her favorite flowers are daisies.
Erin
Social Media & Community Connections
Erin is passionate about sharing our story and continuing to deepen our connection with others. She’s lived in community with adults with developmental disabilities for the past eight years and longs for the world to be transformed by the gifts of her friends. Because Erin’s life passion is for justice and opportunity for those who are marginalized, she is thrilled about the mission and impact of Blawesome. Her favorite flowers are ranunculus.
Photos by Kathleen Hunter Photography
Michelle
Director of Operations
Michelle Morehouse, MLIS, brings her passion for service and inclusiveness to facilitate Blawesome’s mission. She has worked with various vulnerable populations during her human services career, utilizing innovation, community partnerships, and lots of spreadsheets! Her role as program manager at UNC’s Farm at Penny Lane introduced her to social care farming and she has been involved with the Southeastern Social Care Collective since its inception. Her favorite flower is whatever is blooming!