40k community members served to date |
3k lbs of trash removed from |
10k lbs of local organic produce distributed to residents annually |
Our community programs increase civic engagement and strengthen community connections
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.
EventsCommunity Spring Cleanup
Join RISE for a spring cleanup to help make our community a better place! We will be cleaning debris and removing invasive plants to prepare for the spring season. This event is rain or shine, so please dress accordingly and... |
What's NewArverne East Native Plant Nursery
Join RISE in creating a new native plant nursery, to locally grow native shoreline plants for the coastal dunes of the Rockaway peninsula. |
How You Can HelpHelp support RISE by volunteering, donating, or joining our mailing list |