RYSE Direct Cash Transfer Pilot Program

As someone exits homelessness, there are many unexpected costs that make it challenging to move forward. As one RYSE youth put it: “RYSE was able to help me get an apartment of my own when I had nothing.” One way to help set youth up for success as they...

Volunteer Opportunities

Do you know an architect? We have an upcoming project involving adding more age-appropriate housing inventory (!!) and are looking for an architect to help with planning and design. If you are interested or know someone who may be, please get in touch! Email...

Point In Time Count 2022

Oahu’s annual Point In Time Count (PITC), conducted by Partners In Care, usually occurs in the end of January, but due to COVID surges, has been rescheduled to take place on Thursday, March 10th from 6am to 11am. The Point in Time Count is a federally mandated census...

RYSE Field Trips

At RYSE, we provide a continuum of support that empowers Hawaii’s street youth to move beyond homelessness. We believe in walking alongside youth in their journey and meeting them where they are, while providing unconditional positive regard. Besides providing...

Starbucks Neighborhood Grant Award

The Starbucks Foundation has selected more than 1,200 organizations across the U.S. and Canada for its sixth round of Neighborhood Grants. These grants were informed and inspired by Starbucks partners (employees) who highlighted causes they are passionate about and...

Annual Program Evaluation Report 2021

We are pleased to release our 2021 Annual Program Evaluation Report, produced by the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Department of Psychology, Ecological Determinants Lab. The past year marks our fourth year of serving houseless and opportunity youth, and is...