RiseUP Blog

Just like how we talked about finding the perfect place to volunteer your time, talent, and money last week, nonprofit organizations need the same consideration...

I’m sure you have noticed the theme for this week…giving. Not only with money but also with yourself. I have always said the world needs your kind of you...

Happy Friday, RISERS! I hope this week has been good to you. Here we are--the last day of February. How is that even possible? Just...

We need to be intentional in demonstrating how much people mean to us...

Whether it’s the weather or circumstances that cause you to feel depressed, there are things you can do to change your mood...

Happy Friday, RISERS! I hope this week has been good to you. We have come to the end of the first month of 2025. I hope your January was...

To keep with the joke theme of books, my recharge tip for you this week is to spend time lounging around with your face in your favorite book...

To all of you who are faithful to support and read the blog for RiseUP Cooperative, thank you for having a heart for teens and the other precious ones who are supported, encouraged, and strengthened by this nonprofit organization.

Instead of tackling those intense to-do items alone, enlist the help of a friend or family member so that you can make memories of doing those things together.

My family has always enjoyed doing crafts over the holidays, especially when we were foster parents, and one thing that we do for Christmas is incorporate things from nature in our home decor.

When I worked in preschool, one of the things I enjoyed was making a Christmas ornament for all of the children’s families.

I heard a statement on the radio about someone dreading Thanksgiving because they got so stressed over getting everything cleaned up for the day/meal that they didn’t really enjoy Thanksgiving itself. My advice is this…

To everyone who has served our country in the Armed Forces, thank you for giving your time, often away from your family, to help keep the United States strong and free.

Here we are at All Saints Day and the first weekend of November. Don’t forget about the time change as we “fall back” during the wee hours of Sunday morning.

Socialization and activities are great and all, but you do need to set aside time on your schedule for just yourself...no appointments, no distractions, just a bit of time for a breather.

I know it sometimes feels that the world is too big and that what you can do wouldn’t make a difference, but you’re wrong. You are exactly what people need.

When my husband and I were foster parents, we had to have an emergency plan on our refrigerator so that all of our kids (including the bonus children) knew where to meet in the event of a fire, severe storm, flood, or other crisis.

The recent deaths and regional devastation caused by flash-flooding in the wake of Hurricane Helene is a reminder that we all need to take extra precautions during hurricane season.

Some days you no doubt have the stars in your eyes when you look at your significant other, while on other days you may wonder, “What in the world was I thinking?”

If you have sought counsel, evaluated all of your options, and made a choice, then hold tight and trust that you are where you should be.