“Just like moons and like suns, with the certainty of tides. Just like the hopes springing high, still I’ll R.I.S.E.”
— Maya Angelou
Building A Brighter Future
WE ARE R.I.S.E. Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that was established in South Los Angeles, CA. Our mission is to empower pre-adolescent to adolescent girls of color through equipping them with social emotional and developmental skills they can use in their everyday lives. Areas of focus are self-awareness, personal health and well-being, education, and community philanthropy. The R.I.S.E. Acronym (Resilient, Intelligent, Successful and Empowered) is used as a mantra to provide our mentees with a number of affirmations to hold on to for the rest of their lives.
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Dr. Ebone Smith
Founder and President
Application Now Open:
2025 Mentorship Fellowship Program
💻 2-week program | 💰 Paid opportunity
This Fall, our inaugural cohort kicks off in October 2025 for our R.I.S.E. alumni and young women ages 18-25. Fellows will gain mentorship, build leadership skills, and develop insights to thrive in their professional careers and beyond.
✨ Although we are based in Los Angeles, this virtual program is also open for those outside the state! Must be 18-25 to apply.
About the Fellowship:
A 2-week virtual program where you’ll gain hands-on mentorship experience, expand your network, and earn a stipend for your impact.
🔑 Program Benefits:
• Build leadership, communication, and mentoring skills
• Boost your resume with real-world experience
• Network with peers and professionals
• Explore career paths in mentorship and youth development
• Earn a stipend reward!
Deadline to apply is September 30th
Individual and Group Mentoring
Through weekly individual and group mentoring, mentors and mentees focus on positive self-esteem, coping skills, healthy living, and awareness of self-power.
Workshops
WE ARE R.I.S.E. mentees participate in a series of workshops that are geared toward the strengthening of their social, emotional and personal development. Examples of workshops provided are etiquette, self-advocacy, leadership, and goal setting.
2025 Initiatives
We will strengthen our mentees by emphasizing the following areas:
Self-Awareness
Personal Health and Wellness
Education
Community Philanthropy
Follow Our Journey
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Testimonials
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"RISE has increased her self awareness because she is more confident in her own skin."
R.I.S.E. Parent
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"It let me believe in myself and that your strong to do anything."
R.I.S.E. Mentee
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"RISE has increased her self awareness because she is more confident in her own skin."
R.I.S.E. Parent
Contact us.
Want your child to be a part of R.I.S.E.?
Would you like your school to partner with us as an after school program?
Are you looking to volunteer with us?
Interested in becoming a long-term donor?
We invite you to fill out the form below!
Please note that we are based in Los Angeles, CA
