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The theme of The SPARK is “Strong Financial Futures.” Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Shelia Terrell, CEO and CO-Founder of RISE Foundation, Inc., Dr. Jim Whelan, Director of the Institute for Gambling Education and Research (T.I.G.E.R.) at the University of Memphis, and Katie George Hooser, Chief Marketing Officer for IMC Companies. Plus, a profile of the 2022 SPARK Award winner the University of Memphis Finish Line Program.

Watch The SPARK Friday, Jan. 20 at 7:30pm on , stream live at wkno.org, or with the WKNO App.
Paragon Bank is glad to partner with RISE Foundation, Inc. as they provide financial literacy resources to the Senior Citizens of the Mid-South!
RISE Foundation, Inc. works to transform the financial well-being of low income working people, thereby improving the community. With programs like Save Up, the agency (literally) gives people credit to help them take the steps to build individual wealth. Learn more by visiting its LIVEGIVEmidsouth profile here: https://roundtable.livegivemidsouth.org/organizations/RXhrqchLNwtRPyqLz

August is Black Philanthropy Month and one of the ways we’re celebrating is featuring 31
Black-led organizations in the Mid-South that directly impact the lives of the Black community.
There's no masking our excitement 🎭 ... we loved working with our client, RISE Memphis, to plan and promote their Evening of Change Maskerade Gala. Dining, dancing, connecting, and supporting the community! Learn more about the great work that RISE does at risememphis.org.
RISE Foundation, Inc.
📸: Angie and Ike Photography
Golfing on Monday is a great way to start the week! is having a blast capturing all the fun going down at the golf tournament hosted by RISE Foundation, Inc.!

ICYMI: Thrive, don't just survive. $ You CAN save, while living paycheck to paycheck.

RISE Foundation, Inc. Memphis offers free programs to help you do it.
Are you interested in becoming a homeowner in 2022? 🏠

Tune into tonight's live at 6pm hosted by RISE Foundation, Inc.!
Here’s what our ASAF scholars had to say about The Next Step Ahead virtual sessions. 👀

A special thank-you to all of our wonderful guest speakers and attendees! Visit our website to learn more about the Step Ahead Scholarship, and keep an eye on our social media pages for dates related to next years’ application process.

RISE Foundation, Inc.
Southwest Tennessee Community College
UofM Title IX: Prevention Center
LeMoyne-Owen College
Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis
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Financial well-being is a key component of overall health. Listen in as Kimberly Morgan-West, Senior Goal Card Program Coordinator at RISE Foundation, Inc., discusses finance and protecting your credit in college.

This is another sneak peek from our “The Next Step Ahead” sessions, a virtual series for ASAF scholars sponsored by Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis for our 10th Anniversary.

Visit our website to learn more about the Step Ahead Scholarship, and keep an eye on our social media pages for dates related to next years’ application process.
RISE Foundation, Inc. is hiring for a part-time program coordinator for their Goal Card program.
Location: 1355 Lynnfield St., Suite 101 | Memphis, TN 38119
20 hours per week
Salary/Hourly Range: $15 - $16 per hour

The Program Coordinator will coordinate aspects of the “Goal Card” youth incentive program, currently serving youth who live in underserved communities. Essential functions include, but are not limited to, recruiting youth program participants and adult coaches (mentors), assessing the social/academic needs of program participants, “coaching” youth to help ensure academic success, facilitating services, tracking/monitoring program outcomes for evaluation purposes and completing other tasks as assigned.

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references via email at [email protected]. Please note “Program Coordinator Goal Card” in the subject line.

They are also hiring for a full-time program coordinator.
Salary: $40K - $42K annualized

The successful candidate will coordinate the day-to-day operations for “Save Up,” an Individual Development Account (IDA) program that serves employed, low-income adults in Memphis/Shelby County. Essential functions include, but are not limited to, recruiting program participants, teaching financial education classes, managing program database, coordinating asset-specific training, coordinating special program events, conducting program related research, tracking/monitoring program outcomes for evaluation purposes, and other tasks as assigned.

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the position, a resume and three (3) professional references via email at [email protected]. Please note “Program Coordinator Frayser Connect” in the subject line.

For more information, please visit www.risememphis.org.
This month’s partner is RISE Foundation, Inc. We’re proud to support their mission to empower people to become self-sufficient, transforming financial wellbeing and improving our community. 🏘 Click here to see their success stories!
Last week I had the pleasure to be interviewed by WREG News Channel 3 on the experience with RISE Foundation, Inc.

I love the opportunity to advocate about financial literacy & different programs that are offered in our city to help take us grow.

The Rise Foundation will match your savings.You have the option to save $1000 within a 10 month period.After you save your portion,they will provide you with $2000 to match your $1000.You now have $3000 to purchase an asset,start a business,to continue education or go towards purchasing a home.
RISE Memphis has worked with teens, adults and employers for more than 20 years to offer free financial support . Visit www.risememphis.org or RISE Foundation, Inc. on Facebook for more information about the program, and check out these budgeting and financial planning tips from RISE Executive Director Shelia Terrell as we wrap up https://youtu.be/AYB4QjUhIj8
This year, we're celebrating Fair Housing Month with our virtual Fair & Affordable Housing Forum!

Join us Apr. 20 as we hear from a panel of speakers from The Works, Inc., RISE Foundation, Inc., United Housing, Inc., Mortgage Bankers Association of Memphis, and Frayser Community Development Corporation.

Click here to register! https://maar.realtor/fhforum
The goal is for Frayser Connect to become a neighborhood resource hub connecting people to job training, financial assistance and small business development opportunities.

Frayser Community Development Corporation Epicenter Memphis RISE Foundation, Inc.
In 2020, Nike, CONVERSE, Jordan and Michael Jordan committed a combined $140 million over 10 years to invest in and support organizations focused on economic empowerment, education, and social justice to address racial inequality for Black Americans.

In regards to said commitment, four Memphis-based organizations, RISE Foundation, Inc., Stax Music Academy, Memphis Urban League, and BRIDGES, USA have been chosen to receive additional funding in 2021 👏

Follow RISE no matter what platform you're on! Twitter - @RISEMemphis
Instagram - @risememphis

Operating as usual

Photos from Stephanie Scurlock WREG's post 09/22/2023
09/22/2023

It’s officially Gala time!

09/21/2023

Together We RISE starts soon! ✨💚

Photos from RISE Memphis's post 09/21/2023

Thank you so much to our many Sponsors for tonight's Gala! Because of your efforts, we are able to continue serving our community.


09/21/2023

TODAY IS THE DAY!
We will see you tonight at the "Together We RISE Gala" at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨


09/20/2023

TOMORROW!!!

"Together We RISE Gala" will be tomorrow, Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨
Learn more and get your tickets at risememphis.org

Thank you to our Common Cents Sponsors:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
Whitehorn Tankersley & Davis, PLLC
Bank3
First Choice Sales & Marketing Group
Preserver Partners
Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis
Stephany Goodnight
Edward Jones
ICBA
Shelby County Trustee
Saint Paul Baptist Church
Melissa Thompson
Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church
My City Rides
Orgill
Financial Federal Bank
Pinnacle Financial Partners
Marsh Campbell

Thank you to our Silver Neighbors Sponsors:
Paragon Bank
Memphis Housing Authority
TechnoLogyx, Inc
Urban Strategies, Inc.
Heubel Shaw Material Handling
Nike
William Capooth

Thank you to our Goal Card Sponsor:
Truist

Thank you to our Entertainment Sponsors:
Evolve Bank & Trust
Adams Keegan

Thank you to our Delight Sponsor:
Randy and Nancy Williams

Thank you to our RISE up Auction Sponsor:
Regions Bank


09/19/2023

2 DAYS LEFT!!!

"Together We RISE Gala" will be this Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨
Learn more and get your tickets at risememphis.org

Thank you to our Common Cents Sponsors:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
Whitehorn Tankersley & Davis, PLLC
Bank3
First Choice Sales & Marketing Group
Preserver Partners
Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis
Stephany Goodnight
Edward Jones
ICBA
Shelby County Trustee
Saint Paul Baptist Church
Melissa Thompson
Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church
My City Rides
Orgill
Financial Federal Bank
Pinnacle Financial Partners
Marsh Campbell
Simmons Bank
Nike

Thank you to our Silver Neighbors Sponsors:
Paragon Bank
Memphis Housing Authority
TechnoLogyx, Inc
Urban Strategies, Inc.
Heubel Shaw Material Handling
Nike
William Capooth

Thank you to our Goal Card Sponsor:
Truist

Thank you to our Entertainment Sponsors:
Evolve Bank & Trust
Adams Keegan

Thank you to our Delight Sponsor:
Randy and Nancy Williams

Thank you to our RISE up Auction Sponsor:
Regions Bank


09/18/2023

3 DAYS LEFT!!!

"Together We RISE Gala" will be this Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨
Learn more and get your tickets at risememphis.org

Thank you to our Common Cents Sponsors:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
Whitehorn Tankersley & Davis, PLLC
Bank3
First Choice Sales & Marketing Group
Preserver Partners
Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis
Stephany Goodnight
Edward Jones
ICBA
Shelby County Trustee
Saint Paul Baptist Church
Melissa Thompson
Watkins Uiberall, PLLC
Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church
My City Rides
Orgill
Financial Federal Bank
Pinnacle Financial Partners
Marsh Campbell

Thank you to our Silver Neighbors Sponsors:
Paragon Bank
Memphis Housing Authority
TechnoLogyx, Inc
Urban Strategies, Inc.
Heubel Shaw Material Handling
Nike
William Capooth

Thank you to our Goal Card Sponsor:
Truist

Thank you to our Entertainment Sponsors:
Evolve Bank & Trust
Adams Keegan

Thank you to our Delight Sponsor:
Randy and Nancy Williams

Thank you to our RISE up Auction Sponsor:
Regions Bank


09/16/2023

Don't let the weekend slip away without securing your spot for the RISE Memphis Gala! https://loom.ly/IexErpg 🎟️💃
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨ We'll see you there.


09/15/2023

Set a reminder for our "Together We RISE Gala" next week!
Join us at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨

Tickets are still available at https://loom.ly/IexErpg


09/11/2023

The "Together We RISE Gala" is next week!
Join us at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨

Tickets are still available at https://loom.ly/IexErpg


09/07/2023


Thanks to our friends at Comcast for the Universal $20,000 Check Presentation for Digital Inclusion Program!


Comcast

09/07/2023

We are counting down the days until "Together We RISE Gala" on September 21st. Join us at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨

Get your tickets now https://loom.ly/IexErpg


09/05/2023

🎟️ Have you gotten your tickets for the Memphis RISE Gala yet? ⏰ There are 16 days left until the big event! Get your tickets now https://loom.ly/IexErpg
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨


09/01/2023

We LOVE Memphis!
RISE Memphis is proud to serve the people and community of 901. Help us celebrate 901 Day by telling us what your favorite thing about Memphis is!

#901

09/01/2023

We want to give a HUGE birthday shout out to our very own Tangela Morgan! Wishing you a wonderful day! ✨🎉🎂🎁🎈

08/31/2023

Tomorrow is the first day of September! Don't let too much time pass by to get your RISE Memphis Gala tickets!
https://loom.ly/IexErpg 🎟️🎟️🎟️
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! 💃✨


08/28/2023

Happy Birthday to our board member Markita Jack on August 30th. We appreciate you!

08/23/2023

Over the past decade, RISE has developed unique expertise in helping entry-level wage earners to budget, save and accumulate assets. Our work has led to a deep understanding of the larger community issues working against families in Memphis and Shelby County. Learn about our many programs at risememphis.org.

08/22/2023

Happy Birthday to our very own board member, Kristin Lockhart, on Sunday, August 27th. We appreciate all that you do!

08/21/2023

We are A MONTH AWAY from our RISE Memphis Gala! ⏰ Don't let time run out! Get your tickets now https://loom.ly/IexErpg
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! Don't miss out! ✨


08/17/2023

RISE Memphis, Inc. Position Announcement – June 2023
RISE is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Title/Department: Development/Fundraising Coordinator
Location: 1355 Lynnfield St., Suite 101 Memphis, TN 38119
Status/Recruitment: Full-time, NonExempt/Internal and External
Closing Date: Open until filled
Salary/Hourly Range: $45,000 - $50,000 annualized plus fringe benefits

How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume and three (3) professional references via email at [email protected]. Please note “Development/Fundraising Coordinator” in the subject line. Only qualified applicants need apply. Staff will acknowledge receipt of your documents via email. RISE is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Overview
1. Identify, define and acquire funding resources available to the organization.
2. Design and implement, in concert with the President/CEO and Director of Development, a comprehensive fund development program and appropriate marketing strategies.
3. Aggressively seek new corporate, foundation, religious and individual funding sources.
4. Establish and maintain relationships with current, past and potential donors. Represent organization in meetings with potential funding sources as necessary.
5. Actively work with board members to engage them in major gift cultivation, solicitation and stewardship efforts.
6. Maintain ongoing contact with RISE staff regarding programs and plans.
7. Maintain donor databases and fundraising software. Monitor donor information and provide statistical data for donor giving. Develop statistical reports as requested. Draft appropriate thank-you letters for donations in a timely manner.
8. Assist with managing special fundraising events (i.e., annual gala, golf tournament, quarterly socials, etc.
9. Performs other responsibilities and activities that may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Applicants must possess a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in the development/fundraising field. Certification as fundraiser preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Instrumental, and the ability to master other Windows-based computer software applications required. Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary. The work schedule requires some evening and occasional weekend hours. Applicants will be required to travel locally and must have a valid driver’s license, daily access to an operable automobile with State mandated automobile insurance.

08/17/2023

We couldn't let the day get away without reminding everyone that it's National Nonprofit day!
We are so proud of all the great work our team members at RISE Memphis have done for our surrounding community. Check out RISEMemphis.org to learn more about how we empower people to become self-sufficient by building and sustaining human and financial assets.

08/17/2023

RISE Memphis, Inc. (formerly RISE Foundation, Inc.) Position Announcement – August 2023
RISE is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Title: Program Coordinator/Save Up IDA Program Division/Department: Programs
Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt Opening Date: August 2023
Closing Date: Open until position is filled Projected Start Date: ASAP
Salary: $42,500 annualized

Position:
RISE Memphis, a local nonprofit with a mission to empower low-income residents of Memphis and Shelby County to build and sustain human and financial assets, has an immediate opening for a full-time Program Coordinator position. The successful candidate will coordinate the day-to-day operations for “Save Up,” an Individual Development Account (IDA) program that serves employed, low-income adults in Memphis/Shelby County. Essential functions include, but are not limited to, recruiting program participants primarily in the 38126/38106 zip codes, teaching financial education classes, managing program database, coordinating asset-specific training, coordinating special program events, conducting program related research, tracking/monitoring program outcomes for evaluation purposes, and other tasks as assigned.

Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in social/human service, counseling, education, finance or a related field. Job requirements include at least two years demonstrated experience working in human/social service programs serving low-income adults. Experience leading basic financial education/asset building workshops is preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required. Experience with VistaShare management information system is preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills are necessary. The work schedule requires some evening and weekend hours. The coordinator is required to travel locally frequently and must have daily access to an operable automobile with State mandated automobile insurance.
How to Apply: Submit a cover letter outlining your interest in the position, a resume and 3 professional references via email at [email protected]. Please note “Program Coordinator South City” in the subject line. Only qualified applicants need apply. Staff will acknowledge receipt of your documents via email. Position will remain open until filled. RISE is an equal opportunity employer.

08/17/2023

Happy Birthday to RISE Board Member Stephany Goodnight on Saturday, August 19th. We really appreciate you!

Photos from RISE Memphis's post 08/17/2023


What was your favorite thing about our GALA last year?
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"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! ✨


08/14/2023

Don't let time run out!
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden. ✨
Get your tickets here: https://loom.ly/IexErpg 🎟️💃


08/11/2023

School is back in session! Learn about how our Our Goal Card program teaches public school students how to set and achieve academic, financial and life goals at RiseMemphis.org

08/10/2023

⏰ Don't let time run out! Get your tickets now for the RISE Memphis Gala! https://loom.ly/IexErpg
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! Don't miss out! ✨


08/09/2023

Save Up, RISE Memphis’s matched-savings account program, is designed to help low-to-moderate wage earners learn to manage their income; improve their credit; save money; purchase assets such as homes, computers and post-secondary education; and even establish their own micro-enterprises.
Learn more at RiseMemphis.org

08/05/2023

For more financial information, check out our website and many programs at: risememphis.org


08/03/2023

Our Save Up program helps participants purchase assets such as homes, computers and post-secondary education; and even establish their own micro-enterprises.
Learn more at: https://risememphis.org/programs/save-up/


08/01/2023

The countdown is on! We have 51 days your tickets for the RISE Memphis Gala! https://loom.ly/IexErpg 🎟️🎟️🎟️
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! Don't miss out! ✨


07/28/2023

It's our President and Chief Executive Officer of RISE, Shelia Terrell's birthday! Join us in giving her a great happy birthday shoutout!

07/26/2023

Don't let the rain chase you away from grabbing your tickets for the RISE Memphis Gala! https://loom.ly/IexErpg 🎟️🎟️🎟️
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! Don't miss out! ✨


07/24/2023

Did you see RISE MEmphis in July's edition of At Home Memphis & Mid South? Check out this great article about what our team is doing in the community!


07/21/2023

Happy Birthday to our Program Coordinator Chris Franceschi! Thank you so much for being part of our RISE Memphis team!


07/19/2023

We are proud to help our community grow financially! Check out https://risememphis.org to learn more about our programs and impact.


07/17/2023

Purchase your tickets for the RISE Memphis Gala! https://loom.ly/IexErpg 🎟️💃
"Together We RISE Gala" will be September 21, 2023 at Hardin Hall in the Memphis Botanic Garden! Don't miss out! ✨


06/09/2023

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1355 Lynnfield Road, Suite, 101 101
Memphis, TN
38119

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