The Difference We Make
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40k community members served to date |
3k lbs of trash removed from |
10k lbs of local organic produce distributed to residents annually |
Community Programs
Our community programs increase civic engagement and strengthen community connections
Success Stories
Over 95 percent of the young people who take part in our programs are going on to further their education in college or trade schools and are focused on careers in STEM-related fields. Meet the leaders who are stepping up and making a difference in their community.
Meet Stephanie, RISE Operations & Communications
Events
Farm Share
Members of the only mixed-income, community-supported agriculture (CSA) serving the Rockaway peninsula may pick up their share for the twenty-four-week season. Remember to BYOB (bring your own bag)! Sang Lee Farms is a certified... |
What's New
RISE in NYC Biodiversity Task Force Report
New York City is home to rare wildflowers and migrating birds—but nature here is disappearing. Mariellé Anzelone, cofounder of New York City Biodiveristy Task Force and urban conservation biologist, says, "We actually... |
How You Can Help
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