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A RISE member once came into our coaching meeting with a problem that could have easily become a crisis. An unexpected expense had come up, but instead of immediately panicking, she was able to use the emergency savings she had worked hard to build. The amount in the account was not huge, but she had proof that the small choices she had been making were beginning to create stability. That is what progress often looks like in RISE. I was drawn to this work because I believe people deserve more...

At RISE (Reaching Independence through Support and Education), hope isn't simply a feeling—it's a skill that can be strengthened. Research on the Science of Hope shows that hope grows when people have meaningful goals, identify multiple pathways to reach those goals, and believe in their own ability to take the next step. While barriers may change the journey, hope helps people keep moving forward. This science is woven into everything we do. Our coaches partner with members to identify goals...

By Dr. Amy Blansit, CEO, Drew Lewis Foundation At the Drew Lewis Foundation, we believe that community isn’t something you have —it’s...