Giving back to the Lakes Area — its landscape, nonprofits, and community initiatives — is core to our mission.
These efforts strive to intentionally commit and contribute to the growth of the following sectors in our region:
• Water Quality & Conservation
• Community-focused Initiatives
• Lakes Area Living
Taproots — West O Beer’s effort to infuse and support these focus areas — draws deeply from our passions, tapping into our beers and spaces through the following programs:
ON US
Fundraising events at the West O Beer taproom that highlight the incredible work of area nonprofits and initiatives.
ON TAP
Beers brewed at the source with collaboration and community in mind from step one.
ON THE GROUND
Activities out in the Lakes Area that clean, conserve, preserve and showcase our home.
For any and all inquiries, please contact taproots@westobeer.com
ON US
One night per month, every month, “On Us” focuses energy, donations, and a spotlight on area nonprofits and initiatives. As part of our Taproots program, this series is our chance to directly give back, each and every month, to people and organizations doing incredible — and often unsung — work in the Lakes Area. In essence, this round, this night’s on us.
Each event runs from 6-8 p.m. and includes a short presentation by each organization. Additional materials and information will be made available. West O Beer is also committed to donating a portion of the day’s proceeds to each organization.
The 2025 “On Us” schedule includes…
• Thursday, Feb. 6 — C.A.A.S.A.
Learn more at: https://www.caasaonline.org/
• Thursday, March 13 — Okoboji Performing Arts
Learn more at: https://www.okobojiperformingarts.com/
• Thursday, April 3 — Conservation Foundation of Dickinson County
Learn more at: https://dickinsoncountyconservationboard.com/foundation/
• Thursday, May 1 — Boy Scouts Tomahawk Scout Camp
Learn more at: https://www.camptomahawk.org/
• Thursday, June 5 — Iowa Lakeside Laboratory
Learn more at: https://iowalakesidelab.org/
• Thursday, Aug. 7 — Kiwanis’ Bike Rodeo
Learn more at: https://www.kiwanisbikes.org/rodeos.html
• Thursday, Sept. 4 — Keep Okoboji Blue
Learn more at: https://keepokobojiblue.com/
• Thursday, Oct. 2 — Family Crisis Center
Learn more at: https://www.familycrisiscenters.org/
• Thursday, Nov. 6 — Milford American Legion
Learn more at: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionMilfordIowa/
• Thursday, Dec. 4 — Voluntary Action Center
Learn more at: https://lakesvolunteers.org/
ON TAP
West O Beer’s “On Tap” program features beers brewed in collaboration with — and supporting — area partners. From directly raising money, to raising the profile of select Lakes Area initiatives, On Tap puts our beers directly where our heart is. Beers brewed at the source, with collaboration and community in mind from step one.
BLUE CANOE™
An American Wheat Ale brewed with 2-Row Malt, White Wheat, Honey Malt, Cascade and Amarillo hops, designed with our beautiful blue water lakes in mind. A portion of sales of this beer will help support Keep Okoboji Blue’s mission — “Keeping a clean water vision for future generations!”Our latest beer collaboration — this one with Keep Okoboji Blue!
TIPSY HOUSE™
A tasty West Coast-style IPA brewed to celebrate the history of the legendary Tipsy House at Arnolds Park Amusement Park, and to support its restoration and preservation! This delicious IPA features aromas and flavors of pine and citrus with a pleasant bitterness and a semi-dry finish that demands another sip.
ON THE GROUND
West O Beer is dedicated to supporting fundraising events out in the Lakes Area that clean, conserve, preserve, and showcase our home. Thru partnerships, fundraising event sponsorships, and more, “On the Ground” takes West O out to you.
WEST O GIVING
Through merch, apparel, and beer packages, West O supports select fundraising auctions.
To inquire as to whether your organization or event is eligible for such support from West O Beer, please contact taproots@westobeer.com