The Knowledge Exchange for Resilience (KER) is an Arizona State University initiative that aims to strengthen community resilience in Maricopa County by sharing knowledge, discovering vulnerabilities and responding to challenges together. We work to advance social cohesion, promote economic prosperity, and enhance environmental security to create a positive catalyst for change that brings short and long-term resilience dividends. The Knowledge Exchange for Resilience is supported by the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust. Piper Trust supports organizations that enrich health, well-being, and opportunity for the people of Maricopa County, Arizona.