RYSE Celebration 2019 was a huge success, thanks to Co-Chairs Elizabeth Rice Grossman and Ruthie Kaminskas and The Power of Community! Resources raised during the event will provide the shelter and supportive services that empowers Hawaii's street-youth to move beyond homelessness. Mahalo to … Read more about The Power of Community
Tehrell Porter Hearts RYSE
Noted mural artist Tehrell Porter brought his talent to RYSE. Teaching air brush skills to our RYSE youth, allowed them to explore their creative side and develop their artistic skills on a big scale. Tehrell's presentation and ability to relate to our youth was incredibly well received. … Read more about Tehrell Porter Hearts RYSE
Lt. Governor Josh Green Visits RYSE
Lt. Governor Josh Green recently visited RYSE to learn firsthand the unique challenges faced by those in the 18 - 24 age group that are working to overcome homelessness. In his role as Lt. Governor, Green is tasked with addressing the chronic homeless crisis in Hawaii. Visiting with the staff … Read more about Lt. Governor Josh Green Visits RYSE
RYSE Turns 1!
RYSE celebrated its first birthday in June with residents and staff enjoying a day out at the beach. And there was lots to celebrate. Since opening in June of last year, we’ve housed 75 youth, 37 males / 38 female. We've provided 3,840 nights of shelter for our male population and 2,341 nights of … Read more about RYSE Turns 1!
RYSE Up in Go Kailua
We love the support of our community! The following article recently appeared in Go Kailua magazine. Click here to read the article. … Read more about RYSE Up in Go Kailua
RYSE recognized by Honolulu City Council
RYSE is grateful to Honolulu City Council member Ikaika Anderson and the other members of the Honolulu City Council for its recognition of RYSE. The proclamation issued on January 30, 2019 cited the groundbreaking "first-of-its-kind" shelter and services being provided by RYSE. In addition, the … Read more about RYSE recognized by Honolulu City Council
Governor David Ige Announces Ohana Zone Funding for RYSE
Gov. David Ige has announced plans for Ohana Zone funding to provide services that will help to expand shelter capacity and access to services for our community's most vulnerable members, including the 18-24 year old transition aged youth that are being helped to achieve a life off the streets by … Read more about Governor David Ige Announces Ohana Zone Funding for RYSE
So Much to be Thankful For
RYSE celebrated our first Thanksgiving! We are so grateful for the many volunteers and supporters who have made the dream a reality. RYSE provides a safe haven for Hawaii's street youth. It's not just a warm bed and a hot meal. It's a home. … Read more about So Much to be Thankful For
Name in the News
Carla Houser, RYSE Executive Director, was the featured "Name in the News" in the Friday, October 19, 2018 edition of the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Vicki Viotti profiled the work Carla is doing at RYSE, followed by a question and answer format that further delves into the RYSE model. You can read … Read more about Name in the News
From Capri Suns to Resumes
From Capri Suns to Resumes, Natanya Friedheim, a reporter from Civil Beat recently spent a morning at RYSE and learned how our organization is meeting the needs of homeless young people. Read the article … Read more about From Capri Suns to Resumes
RYSE Airs on Hawaii News Now
This past week, RYSE was featured on Hawaii News Now for the work our organization has been able to do in the past 90 days since opening the shelter. Click the following link to view the video and article (https://bit.ly/2MeW8aE). Thank you everyone for your continued support for RYSE and our youth! … Read more about RYSE Airs on Hawaii News Now
RYSE Blessing
On Saturday, June 2, RYSE received the blessing of Kahu Kaleo Patterson. RYSE is ready to fulfill our mission of providing a safe haven for Hawaii's street youth, where they will be empowered to make positive change. As the sun shone down on the windward side of Oahu, there were big smiles and … Read more about RYSE Blessing