About RISE Community Solutions

Our Goal
RISE Community Solutions aims to restore hope, dignity, and a sense of security, empowering individuals to build their self-sufficiency and lead fulfilling lives. We offer coordinated solutions to help families get ahead of the challenges that can lead to disruption, including victim advocacy, family homelessness and youth mental health. Additionally, we support the capacity building of other local non-profits through the development of diverse new leadership.

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RISE Community Solutions began operating in 2014 as a 501(c)3 Florida non-profit organization. Since that time, our work has included community-centered, family-strengthening initiatives. We favor approaches that are family and client-centered, leaning on the expertise of those are part of the communities we wish to serve.

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Our roots are as an affiliate to the child welfare system, as part of a prevention-focused philosophy. Over the years we have evolved to support individuals even farther upstream. Today, we have five signature program areas:

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• Pathways to Home has supported more than 1,200 families with children on their journey out of homelessness since 2010.

• Children’s Advocacy Center Osceola has provided a safe space for 3,500+ children believed to be victims of sexual abuse since 2014.

• Breakthrough, a peer support initiative launched as a pilot in Orange County, has walked alongside 158 families with teens experiencing significant mental and behavioral health challenges.

• Public Allies Central Florida has witnessed the graduation of more than 250 equity-minded leaders from diverse backgrounds, having completed nearly half a million hours of local capacity-building.

• Our Community Education efforts have seen more than 6,100 locals trained in how to identify and support youth and young adults experiencing a mental health need.

 

We are grateful for your support as we continue this important work and embark on our next chapter of family-centered solutions!

Our Approach
Restoration: RISE focuses on the restoration of individuals and families who may have faced setbacks. Through our programs and services, we aim to restore hope, dignity, and a sense of security, empowering individuals to rebuild their lives.
Inspiration: We believe in the power of inspiration to drive change. RISE inspires individuals and communities to envision a better future and take positive steps towards achieving their goals.
Strengthening: Our commitment to strengthening extends to providing resources, education, and support that strengthens the fabric of families. We believe that by reinforcing family units, we contribute to the overall well-being of communities.
Empowerment: Empowerment lies at the core of our work. RISE empowers individuals to take control of their circumstances, make informed choices, and actively participate in creating a positive impact in their lives and communities.