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 alim@rysehawaii.org or call 808-498-5180 for more details. We are also always interested in food donations, and hot, nutritious meals (especially traditional Hawaiian foods) for our residents. If you would like to participate in the food or meal program, email info@rysehawaii.org or call 808-498-5180. |
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KITV: “A nonprofit is helping to end youth homelessness in Hawaii”
"As the state grapples with a growing homeless crisis, a small nonprofit in Kailua is helping to break the cycle of homelessness among youth. For 23-year-old Juan Hernandez, finding a secure place to help him get on his feet was a lifesaver." Read More Here on...
Hawaii News Now: “After funding loss, nonprofit that serves homeless youth turns to community for help.?
"HONOLULU, Hawaii (HawaiiNewsNow) - At the Residential Youth Service and Empowerment Assessment Center in Kailua, homeless youth ages 18 to 24 find a safe place to sleep and to start their lives over. “Our young people are so resilient,” Executive Director Carla...
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
RYSE values diversity, equity and inclusion as vital to our mission to provide a continuum of services that empowers Hawaii’s street youth to move beyond homelessness. We believe that all people deserve to be shown respect, treated fairly, and included. We celebrate...
Equity Sub-Report
Equity is an important lens in developing responsive programs that address health and social disparities. This report looks at differences in outcomes by race, gender and sexual orientation. Statistical analyses are available upon request to University of Hawaii Manoa...
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 move into...