THE RISE PROJECT

The Program

What RISE is about

THE RISE PROJECT is a mentorship and youth support program created for teens ages 14–17. RISE is built around real conversations, positive relationships, life skills, confidence, decision-making, leadership, and preparing for life after high school.

This isn't about pretending everything is perfect.

It's about having people around you who will listen, challenge you, encourage you, help you think through your choices, and remind you that your future is worth protecting.

Real conversations without pretending everything is perfect.

Mentorship and positive adult relationships.

Life skills, confidence, decision-making, and accountability.

College, career, trade, job, money, and future planning.

Friendships, boundaries, peer pressure, relationships, and social media.

Activities, community experiences, leadership, and opportunities to grow.

What RISE stands for

R · I · S · E

R

Respect

For yourself, for your mentors, and for the consequences of your choices.

I

Identity

Knowing who you are before other people define you or pull you into their drama.

S

Self-Control

Pausing before you react, fight, or make a decision that can't be undone.

E

Evolution

Giving yourself permission to change, learn from mistakes, and grow into someone new.

The Graduation Journey

From Riser to RISEN

Every Riser walks the same path — and every step counts. It ends with you walking across that stage in front of the people who believed in you.

  1. Step 1

    Apply

    A parent/guardian or the Riser submits the application.

  2. Step 2

    Meet & Welcome

    An intro conversation with the family so we know each other.

  3. Step 3

    Become a Riser

    Join group sessions — schedule announced to enrolled families.

  4. Step 4

    Grow

    Mentorship, life skills, future planning, and community activities.

  5. Step 5

    Lead

    Give back and step up for the newer Risers coming behind you.

  6. Step 6

    Graduate RISEN

    A graduation ceremony with family, mentors, and community.

From Riser to RISEN

When Risers complete the program, we celebrate with a graduation ceremony. Family, mentors, and community come together as each Riser walks across and is officially Risen.

Safety comes first

Security at RISE is tight. Parents and guardians can trust that program spaces and activities are supervised and protected. Group session schedules will be announced to enrolled families.

RISE Reminder

You don't have to have everything figured out. You just have to be willing to learn, grow, and keep moving.

Ready to RISE?

Apply for a spot in THE RISE PROJECT

Parents, guardians, or teens themselves can fill out the application. It takes about 10 minutes.

Start the application