Rise Women’s Philanthropy Initiative

Together 
we’ll rise.

Rise is a community of diverse, dynamic, and generous women with a shared purpose: empowering women and children experiencing homelessness in Cleveland to rise up from their circumstances through the power of hope.

ABOUT RISE

Rise with us.

To create lasting paths out of poverty, the women of Rise unite their voices and their philanthropic resources to amplify impact, progress through unity, and provide hope to Cleveland families for generations to come.

WHAT WE DO

Impact. Unity. Hope.

Founded in 2021 as a supportive ministry of The City Mission, Rise prepares to answer the call of a city in need of hope and change through strategic philanthropy. Because the truth is, when women share their energy and financial resources, we have the ability to transform an entire community.

2025 Rise Project: Elevator Renovation

Providing a safe and secure environment for our residents, staff, and visitors is a top priority. Thanks to the suppoert of Rise members, this year’s funding will go toward renovating the elevator at Laura’s Home. As the only elevator in the building, it serves as the primary means of building transportation for all residents and staff. From mom’s with strollers to residents with wheelchairs, we’re making Laura’s Home safer, and more accessible for everyone. 

Elevator interior

2024

Rothstein Village Transitional Housing for Families

Rise members voted to support the soft costs and furnishings for the 16 units of transitional housing being built.

2023

Laura’s Home Dining Room Renovation

Rise members voted to make improvements including new cabinetry and shelving, a pantry, counterspace for a breakfast bar, a new toaster, two refrigeration units, two double 5-gallon beverage dispensers, and countertop ice and water dispenser.

2022

Laura’s Home Lounge Renovations

Rise members voted to redesign the 5 resident lounges to accommodate varying challenges and meet the needs of the women and children. New furniture will provide a dignified and homey space for residents, while wall-mounted play panels will provide fun for children without requiring extra cleanup.

2021

Laura’s Home Expansion Project

Rise members voted to support the creation of a 10,000 square foot youth space, expanded adult Resource Center, dedicated classroom space for adult learning and program hub, increased private office space and overflow sleeping space with attached showers and storage when rooms are full.

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