Initiatives
Initiatives
Whether through the planning of a “Greater Rockaway” or our continual efforts to keep the coast clean and accessible for the public to enjoy, RISE is always looking for new ways to help improve the long-term health and resiliency of our community.
Arverne East Native Plant Nursery
A new community owned and operated native plant nursery, to locally grow native shoreline plants for the coastal dunes of the Rockaway peninsula.
"Greater Rockaway" Coastal Resilience Plan
Focused on the restoration of the dunes along the Atlantic shoreline of the Rockaway peninsula to prioritize local voices, biodiversity, and long-term stewardship
"Dune Squad" Invasive Plant Removal
RISE is the recipient of the 2024 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation grant to support a designated "Dune Squad" to remove invasive plants from the Rockaway shoreline and dunes.
Rockaway Honeyworks/Beekeeping
There's a new honey in town, creating opportunities for local youth and community members to take part in this new beekeeping venture.
Art Under the Elevated - Art Commissions
Over the past seven years, RISE has commissioned artists to host temporary art exhibitions to activate the public space under and adjacent to the elevated A-train tracks in the Rockaways.
Project Underway (aka "The Wellness Way")
A pedestrian corridor of demapped roadway that serves as a hub for local events focused on improving the health and well-being of our community
Community Visioning in Edgemere
An inclusive and equitable community visioning process for parcels of land recently purchased as part of New York City’s effort to protect the coastal community of Edgemere from flooding
Documentary: Rockaway Stories
RISE collected stories from across the Rockaway peninsula to document what happened in local neighborhoods affected by Superstorm Sandy and to build on a collaborative vision for future rebuilding efforts in the community.
RISE Center
A community hub for emerging artists and scientists alike, to connect with local residents and visitors to the Rockaways through programming and public art exhibitions
Rockaway Mental Health Resource Guide
Check out Resource Guide for Mental Health & Wellness in the Rockaways to learn about services in our community and to reduce social stigma among people in need.