Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rise advocate for policies and resources to help redevelop neighborhoods?

Yes. Rise is very active in areas of public policy that affect urban redevelopment.

How is Rise Funded?

Rise is funded by grants and contributions, fees earned from development projects, development consulting, and other kinds of development-related consulting work.

Where can I see examples of Rise’s work?

You can see examples of Rise’s work under our Success Stories tab.

I’m a community member that believes my neighborhood would benefit from Rise’s attention, who do I contact about a potential project?

If there is a local nonprofit community development organization in your area, please contact them first. If not, or if you don’t know if there is such an organization in your area, please contact Rick Bonasch, Director of Technical Assistance, 314-333-7007 or [email protected].

I am a nonprofit community development organization that is looking for predevelopment financing for a redevelopment project we are planning, who do I contact about a predevelopment loan?

Please submit a predevelopment loan initial inquiry form (pdf), or contact Colleen Hafner, Project Manager, 314-333-7003 or [email protected] . Learn more about the Rise Predevelopment Loan Fund here.

I am a nonprofit community development organization that has a project I think would be perfect for Rise, who do I contact about a potential project?

Please contact Mark Stroker, Director of Housing Development, 314-333-7005 or [email protected].

Is Rise a non-profit organization?

Yes. Rise has a 501(c)3 status.

How can I get involved with Rise projects?

You can get involved by joining, or volunteering for, the Young Professionals Board or by working with our partner organizations that provide volunteer opportunities.

How can I support Rise?

You can support Rise by giving a donation online.

What services does Rise offer?

Rise offers housing development, GIS database and mapping services, public sector community development technical assistance, capacity building, community planning services, and residential development consulting. Rise also operates a Predevelopment Loan Fund and a CDFI.

What role does Rise most typically play in neighborhood re-development?

Rise typically plays a lead role in structuring the financing for and serving as the developer or development consultant for particularly difficult neighborhood revitalization projects. In the process, we provide technical assistance to nonprofit community-based development organizations in order to help them sustain the improvements made in St. Louis area urban core neighborhoods.

Where are Rise’s offices?

The Rise Main Office is located in downtown St. Louis at 1627 Washington Avenue. For more information view our contact page.

How does Rise partner with state and local officials to advance projects?

Rise often partners with state and local officials in various ways. For example, Rise utilizes valuable tools such as federal and state Affordable Housing Tax Credits, Historic Tax Credits, and federal New Markets Tax Credits in order to fund new redevelopment projects. Rise also raises funds and develops projects in partnership with cities, such as the City of East Alton, Illinois, and city commissions, such as the City of St. Louis Affordable Housing Commission.