Volunteer Opportunities

At RYSE, we often say that our work is rooted in community and recently, that truth was felt in a powerful way. Following a visit to our West Side programs and hales, the Ho’okahua Hawaiian Foundation made a transformational contribution of $150,000 to support RYSE’s mission to end youth homelessness on Oʻahu.

MARCH NEWS UPDATE

Workforce, Growth & Real-Life Skills in Action

At RYSE, workforce development is about more than employment, it’s about helping young people build confidence, stability, and a future they can see for themselves.

Recently, eight RYSE youth began a 22-week paid workforce development internship with Reuse Hawaiʻi, (@reusehawaii) where they are gaining hands-on construction experience and earning industry certifications. Already, participants have completed their Class 3 Pallet Jack certification, with more skills and credentials to come.

Recently, eight RYSE youth began a 22-week paid workforce development internship with Reuse Hawaiʻi, (@reusehawaii) where they are gaining hands-on construction experience and earning industry certifications. Already, participants have completed their Class 3 Pallet Jack certification, with more skills and credentials to come.