Rockaway Initiative for Sustainability & Equity (RISE)
Rockaway Initiative for Sustainability & Equity (RISE) formerly Rockaway Waterfront Alliance inspires all generations of Rockaway residents to care for their environment and community. We provide civic engagement and youth development programs that advance social equity and the physical well-being of our vibrant, coastal community.
Founded
2008
Web
riserockaway.org
Address
Far Rockaway
RISE RISE Rockaway Initiative for Sustainability and Equity Supporting a more socially equitable and sustainable coastal community LEARN MORE RISE Rockaway Initiative for Sustainability and Equity Supporting a more socially equitable and sustainable coastal community LEARN MORE The Difference We Make 40k community members served to date 3klbs of trash removed fromthe shoreline annually 10klbs of local organic produce distributed to residents annually Youth Programs Enriching placebased education programs for local young people Learn More Community Programs Our community programs increase civic engagement and strengthen community connections Learn More 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 STEMrelated fields. Meet the leaders who are stepping up and making a difference in their community. Meet Ana RISE Volunteer View Video See More Success Stories Events Core on the FloorMonday March 3 1145 am to 1215 pm Core on the Floor is a FREE thirtyminute class that focuses on core and lower body and is led by Ann Fosteris of Fitness to You. Participants should bring their own mats.
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What an inspiring initiative! It's incredible to see a community come together to promote sustainability and equity. Keep up the amazing work, RISE! 🌊💚

Brooklyn Simmons
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I'm so proud of the positive impact RISE is making in our coastal community! Educating our youth and supporting local produce is a game-changer. Let's continue to uplift one another! 👏🍅✨

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