Re-Imagining through Supportive Empowerment

Re-Imagining Supportive Empowerment (RISE) envisions a world where every individual and community possesses the tools and support to cultivate individual well-being and to build societal resilience. RISE, a community-centered nonprofit driven by compassion, aims to empower individuals and communities to build resilience by providing them with tailored resources, fostering strong support networks, and advocating for policies that break down barriers to well-being. We're committed to long-term sustainability through our research, fundraising, and outreach initiatives to provide free, accessible, evidence-based resources including instructional design products, digital media, and white papers focused on developing resilience. Our Values: Empowerment: Fostering the self-reliance and self-efficacy of individuals and communities by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to to navigate the inherent challenges in building resilience. Community-Centered: Prioritizing the needs and perspectives of the communities we serve in all aspects of our work, from program development to advocacy efforts. Compassionate Leadership: Practicing with compassion in all that we do through organizational leadership rooted in curiosity and respect. Sustainability: Building a strong and sustainable organization that can effectively serve its mission for the long term, ensuring the ongoing development of data-informed strategy in learning and practicing resilience. Accountability. Acting with honesty, transparency, and consistency in all our actions, upholding the trust of the individuals and communities we serve.