Civic Engagement & Voter Education
Nonpartisan education that helps residents better understand elections, government, public institutions and the civic process.
Explore Civic Engagement →RISE Uniting People
Community.
Leadership.
Opportunity.
RISE.
Empowering people. Developing leaders. Strengthening communities through civic education, youth development, community engagement and public participation.
Uniting people around community, leadership and opportunity.
Who We Are
Strong communities are built when people have the tools to lead.
RISE Uniting People is a community-centered nonprofit focused on building stronger neighborhoods through education, leadership, engagement and opportunity.
Our work brings residents, young people, families and community partners together around programs designed to strengthen civic participation, develop leadership and create meaningful pathways for community involvement.
What We Do
Programs that help communities rise.
RISE focuses on practical initiatives that strengthen knowledge, leadership, participation and community connection.
Community Leadership
Creating opportunities for residents to develop practical leadership skills, confidence and community responsibility.
Youth Development
Supporting young people through recognition, leadership development, civic learning and community involvement.
Community Listening & Research
Surveys, listening sessions and community feedback initiatives designed to better understand local needs and priorities.
Community Partnerships
Working with schools, nonprofits, businesses, civic groups and community institutions to create stronger local networks.
Civic Engagement
Informed residents build stronger communities.
RISE provides nonpartisan civic education that helps residents understand how government works, how elections function and how people can participate effectively in community decision-making.
Voter Education
Clear, nonpartisan information designed to help residents understand elections and participate confidently.
Civic Education
Practical education about local government, public institutions and the decisions that affect communities.
Community Listening Sessions
Structured opportunities for residents to identify concerns, priorities and community needs.
Candidate & Issue Forums
Nonpartisan public forums designed to help communities become better informed about candidates and public issues.
Youth Civic Leadership
Helping young people develop civic knowledge, leadership skills and a stronger connection to their communities.
Public Participation
Helping residents understand how to engage with public meetings, local institutions and community decision-making.
Youth Recognition
RISE Student Recognition
Recognizing young people who rise above, lead by example and make a difference.
Nominate an outstanding Suffolk County student.
RISE Student Recognition celebrates young people whose effort, character, leadership and service make a positive difference in their school, family or community.
Leadership
Academic Achievement
Community Service
Character & Citizenship
Perseverance
Positive Community Impact
Nomination Notice
Submission of a nomination does not guarantee selection. RISE will obtain appropriate parent or guardian authorization before publicly featuring a minor's photograph, personal story or identifying information.
Nomination Form
Tell us about a student who deserves recognition.
Complete the nomination form below. RISE may contact the nominator or parent/guardian for additional information.
Our Community Impact
More Than a Decade of Community Service
For more than a decade, RISE Uniting People has worked alongside Suffolk County families, children and community partners through outreach, programs, events and direct community engagement.
Over that time, RISE has helped hundreds of Suffolk County families and children while building relationships throughout the communities we serve.
Today, RISE is building on that foundation through expanded work in civic education, voter education, youth leadership, community engagement and public participation.
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