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
Art Workshop: Paper-cutting
Amelia Marzec will host a paper-cutting workshop during Rockaway Market Street @ Beach 60th. Marzec is an artist focused on rebuilding and engaging with local communications infrastructure to prepare for an uncertain... |
What's New
"Greater Rockaway" Community & Shoreline Enhancement Plan
RISE established a new initiative to conduct a comprehensive site assessment and preliminary design, with community input, to enhance the shoreline of the Rockaway peninsula into an extensive, biodiverse, and habitat-rich dune... |
How You Can Help
Help support RISE by volunteering, donating, or joining our mailing list |
