Giving Back
At Rise Through Learning, we believe in building strong, connected communities through knowledge, empathy and kindness. We rise by lifting others.
Check out the non-profits we are currently supporting and consider becoming involved!
Communities In Schools of Chicago
CIS of Chicago works to ensure that every public school student in Chicago graduates high school prepared for success. With a goal of getting Chicago’s graduation rate to 100 percent, we surround students with a community of support to help them stay in school and on track to graduate.
Kristen currently volunteers for CISC through their Mental Health Support Project. Feel free to contact us or CISC for more information!
Spark Ventures
Spark Ventures builds partnerships that lift communities out of poverty. Spark Ventures has lasting impact by directing human and financial resources to partners around the world to provide health, education and jobs. By focusing their resources in areas of business, job creation and capacity building, they seek to have lasting and sustainable impact.
Kristen has traveled to Zambia and Nicaragua to volunteer as part of Spark’s sustainable impact trips. Contact us or Spark Ventures for more information!
Youth Mental Health First Aid
Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is an 8 hour public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help; and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care.
Kristen is a certified YMHFA trainer. If you are interested in learning more, please contact us or MHFA for more information!
UpBeat Music & Arts
UpBeat Music & Arts is led by musician and philanthropist Scott Barbeau, who founded the non-profit in 2013 to help youth reach their fullest potential through music and art.
Upbeat helps students from all backgrounds connect with music, arts and each other. We believe economics should not be an obstacle to learning music and art, so scholarships are offered to those in need.