News & Events
Community Level COVID-19 Homelessness Planning and Response Dashboard
a new resource released by the University of Pennsylvania! Tap on the link....
Behavioral Health and Homelessness Unified Response Group BHH-SURG
Got questions? BHH-SURG can help. Submit your question trough the link below. Submit a Question
CDC Interm Guidance for Responding to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) among People Experiencing Unsheltered Homelessness
Follow the Link to view the most current CDC guidance.
Volunteering at RYSE during COVID-19 Crisis
Utilize the following attached decision matrix to inform you on whether you can volunteer at our facility – Please stay safe!!
Our Homeless Community needs your advocacy during the COVID-19 Crisis
As Congress works to provide an emergency supplemental spending bill to aid communities during the coronavirus pandemic, they need to help an important population: people experiencing homelessness.
COVID-19 potential impact on Funding for our Homeless Community – we need your support!!!
The budget bill is being heard on Tuesday, and in light of projected state revenue declines due to COVID-19, there is a significant risk of cuts to homelessness and social services programs and at a time when the need for these programs are at their greatest.
Ask Your Representative to Support Increased Funding for Homelessness
Now that the President’s FY 2021 budget proposal is out, the federal budget cycle is officially underway. And there’s something you can do right from the start.Members of the House of Representatives are currently circulating a letter to their colleagues, which will...
The Haleiwa Project for Homeless Youth
Mark Your Calendars and come out to Support RYSE at the 2020 Visitor Industry Charity Walk
THE CHARITY WALK Gives everyone a chance to raise money for Hawai`i’s charities. WHO MAY WALK? The Hawai`i Lodging & Tourism Association invites everyone of every age to walk. Those under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult and walkers under the age of 18...
Anthology Group’s Big Early Year Donation
The Anthology Group presented RYSE with a $12,000 Check from the proceeds of their Yule Store Fundraiser. Mahalo to the folks at the Anthology Group for their support!
Free COVID Testing and Vaccinations with Project Vision Hawaii
We have partnered with Project Vision Hawaii to offer free COVID testing and vaccinations on campus as well as where you are. Call 808-498-5180 to schedule your appointment.
Mobile Crisis Outreach Van Gets A New Look
RYSE has partnered with Hale Kipa, Achieve Zero, Hawaii Health Harm Reduction Coalition, Waikiki Health and Aloha Care to roll out our new Mobile Crisis Outreach van.
Foodland’s RYSE Give Aloha Code #78929
Give Aloha, Foodland’s Annual Community Matching Gifts Program, was created in 1999 to honor Foodland’s founder, Maurice J. “Sully” Sullivan and continue his legacy of giving back to the community. Each year during the month of September, customers are encouraged to...
RYSE talks with HNN to discuss our great work with Hawaii’s homeless youth during the Pandemic – View it below.
https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/video/2020/08/26/non-profit-group-ryse-helping-hawaii-youth-during-pandemic/
Support the 31 May Windward Interfaith ‘Ohana Faith Organization Collaborative Clothing and Toiletries Drive for RYSE
On the final Sunday of the Month each member of the Windward Interfaith ‘Ohana Faith Organization is conducting a Clothing and Toiletries drive in support of RYSE. Ask your institution if they are participating to get the details. Community members can support RYSE by...
Mahalo to our Practicum Students
Mahalo to our practicum students for their hard work and commitment to RYSE! The future is bright for social work and public health!
The O’ahu Coordinated Community Plan to End Youth Homelessness was approved by HUD!!!
Use the link below to review the Coordinated Community Plan – Reminder – this is a LIVING document and there will be changes and adaptations made in the coming months....
A GLOBAL DAY OF UNITY #GivingTuesdayNow: May 5, 2020
You can show your generosity during #GivingTuesdayNow!!! #GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving and unity that will take place on May 5, 2020 as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Your generosity is greatly appreciated in...
Seattle and King County Release a Lessons Learned : Response for People Experiencing Homelessness
Use the link for the report. https://www.usich.gov/resources/uploads/asset_library/COVID-19-Response-Early-Learnings-from-Seattle-King-County.pdf
City opens its Provisional Outdoor Screening and Triage (POST) facility
HONOLULU – Mayor Kirk Caldwell today announced the City’s new Provisional Outdoor Screening and Triage (POST) facility. The POST is an extension of the HONU (Homeless Outreach and Navigation for Unsheltered Persons) program that temporarily repurposes resources from...