RISE San Diego

Based in San Diego, RISE is a community and social services organization that supports resident-led neighborhood change. It develops local leadership through training, coaching, and dialogue-based civic engagement, helping residents and young people address complex community challenges. RISE also strengthens nonprofits, social enterprises, small businesses, entrepreneurs, and regional organizations with consultation, technical assistance, capacity-building training, and strategy support. Its work brings residents and leaders together to shape shared direction and collective action. The organization supports arts and culture as part of social justice work, and partners with grassroots organizations established by community members. Its efforts focus on increasing the capacity of urban residents and organizations to participate in decisions affecting San Diego neighborhoods.