ways you can support us:
Why Donate to RiseUP?
Donating to RiseUP means directly contributing to the future success of teens and young adults. Here’s why your support is vital:
Empowering Youth: Your donation helps us provide essential life and leadership skills to teens and young adults aged 13-23, equipping them with the tools they need to succeed in life.
Free Workshops: We offer all our workshops and trainings for free, ensuring that every young person, regardless of their financial situation, can access valuable education and support.
Filling Service Gaps: RiseUP targets service gaps in the community, addressing critical needs that other programs might miss. Your support helps us bridge these gaps and offer comprehensive support.
Experienced Volunteers: Our programs are led by passionate and experienced volunteers who bring a wealth of knowledge to each workshop. Donations help us recruit, train, and support these volunteers.
Supporting Adults: In addition to youth workshops, we provide educational sessions for adults who work with or raise teens. This holistic approach ensures that the entire support system around a teen is strengthened.
Long-term Impact: By donating to RiseUP, you’re investing in long-term social change. The skills we teach—responsibility, independence, empowerment, and productivity—have lasting effects that ripple through generations.
Community Improvement: RiseUP’s programs contribute to the overall growth and development of our community, promoting safer, healthier, and more supportive environments for everyone.
Preventing Negative Outcomes: By equipping teens with critical skills, we help reduce the risks of homelessness, incarceration, and other negative outcomes, leading to brighter futures.
Join us in our mission to RiseUP together and create a positive impact on the lives of countless young people. Your donation is more than just a gift; it’s an investment in a better tomorrow for all.
Why Volunteer with RiseUP?
Volunteering with RiseUP is a rewarding way to make a significant impact on the lives of teens and young adults.
Here are some reasons to join our team:
Make a Difference: Your time and effort can profoundly influence the lives of young people, equipping them with essential life and leadership skills that can change their futures.
Support Youth Empowerment: Help us empower teens and young adults aged 13-23 to become responsible, independent, strong, empowered, upstanding, and productive members of society.
Address Service Gaps: Be part of an organization that fills critical service gaps in the community, providing comprehensive support where it’s needed most.
Utilize Your Skills: Share your expertise and passions. Whether you have a background in education, finance, health, or another field, your knowledge can help shape the future of the next generation.
Flexible Opportunities: We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities to fit your schedule and interests, from leading workshops to behind-the-scenes support.
Professional Development: Gain valuable experience, enhance your skills, and expand your network. Volunteering with RiseUP can be a great addition to your resume and a fulfilling way to develop professionally.
Community Engagement: Connect with like-minded individuals and become a vital part of a community dedicated to positive change and youth empowerment.
Personal Fulfillment: Experience the joy and satisfaction of seeing the direct impact of your contributions. Many of our volunteers find their involvement to be deeply rewarding on a personal level.
Ongoing Support and Training: RiseUP provides training and support to ensure you feel confident and prepared in your volunteer role. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values your contributions.
Be a Role Model: Serve as a positive example for young people, showing them the importance of giving back and contributing to their communities.
Join RiseUP as a volunteer and help us create better tomorrows for all. Together, we can rise up and make a lasting difference.
Some of Our Partners and Volunteers
