Rise Announces 2015 Group Training Schedule

Our group training classes cover a broad range of organizational development and neighborhood revitalization topics and are taught by in-house Rise staff and outside experts in a variety of specialty areas. This year we are doing some collaboration with the Community Builders Network and our own Rise YP Board. Please sign up for the 2015 trainings as soon as possible, they fill up quick!

Revitalization in Transitional Neighborhoods

Date: Friday, March 27, 2015 

Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon

Location: Harris Stowe State University; AT&T Library; Telecommunity Room

Description: Community Builders Network, in collaboration with Rise, is providing this training opportunity focusing on best practice strategies for developing and implementing in the revitalization of “middle” neighborhoods, also referred to as places where there is some market strength. Presenters will highlight strategies locally and in other comparable cities where community development is occurring in middle or transitional market neighborhoods.

To register for this training through Eventbrite click here or

RSVP: Please RSVP at least three business days prior to class by contacting

Jenny Ryan, Community Development Specialist with Community Builders Network at [email protected] or by phone at (314) 402-5595

 

Comprehensive Community Development in Distressed Communities and Weak Market Areas

Date: Thursday, May 7, 2015

Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon

Location: Harris Stowe State University; AT&T Library; Telecommunity Room

Description: Rise, in collaboration with Community Builders Network, is offering this training seminar focused on working in distressed neighborhoods.  There will be a focus on developing and implementing a comprehensive community development plan, quality of life planning and managing the partnerships with plan implementation.

RSVP: Please RSVP at least three business days prior to class by contacting

Brian Hurd, Technical Assistance Program Manager with Rise at [email protected] or (314) 333-7012

 

Date: Friday, September 25th, 2015

Time: 9:00 a.m. – Noon

Location: 

O’Fallon Park Recreation Complex
4343 West Florissant Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63115

Description:

Rise and CBN are excited to present a training and workshop on the role of Civic Technology and Community Development. Eleanor Tutt, Data Management Coordinator at Rise, will facilitate an engaging session directed to community development professionals regarding how tech can improve the interaction between residents and the public sector as well as improve the quality of life for neighborhoods. Be prepared to discuss what challenges and opportunities you are facing in your service areas and how tech might improve or assist your work.

To register through Eventbrite here.

RSVP: Please RSVP at least three business days prior to class by contacting

Jenny Ryan, Community Development Specialist with Community Builders Network at [email protected] or by phone at (314) 402-5595

For more information please contact Eleanor Tutt, Data Management Coordinator at [email protected]

Other notable group training topics coming later this year: 

  • And in the fourth quarter, Rise will discuss opportunities and strategies to engage renters in neighborhood revitalization and community development by fostering their inclusive involvement

For more information on Rise’s 2015 group training schedule, please contact Brian Hurd, Technical Assistance Program Manager, at [email protected] or by phone at (314) 333-7012.

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Reliance Bank Ribbon Cutting – Great Neighbors!

Reliance Bank celebrated the opening of its newest location in the Grove on February 24th with a wonderful ribbon cutting ceremony. Reliance recently completed extensive renovation to the historic building located at 4301 Manchester Avenue. Reliance celebrated the neighborhood by recognizing several business owners and presenting them with artistic “Grove” themed posters . The St. Louis Police Department’s Color Guard raised the American flag and the flag of Saint Louis, a fantastic mural was showcased on the side of the building and Reliance even had tea cakes with their logo on them! Allan D. Ivie, IV, President & CEO of Reliance Bancshares, Inc., and a board member for Rise, eloquently hosted the event. Well done!

 

Rise Open House 12.05.14 Save the Date!

Please join us at our new address, 1627 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO, 63103, from 4 pm to 9 pm on December 5, 2014, for our official open house and grand opening. Our next door neighbor, the Des Lee Gallery, will be co-hosting this event with the opening of “Parabola”, produced by the students of the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts. In addition to the new space and new art, the event will feature refreshments and appetizers. Come by and talk to the staff of Rise and meet some new friends from the Des Lee Gallery.

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Rise YP’s Host Roasting & Toasting Party 11.7.14

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Join Rise’s Young Professionals Board for a evening of food, drinks, live music and fundraising for a great organization. Don your apron and get in on the fun!

The evening will feature a culinary lesson: “How to cook a Galette” with Beth Diamond.

When: Friday, November 7, 7:00pm – 10:00pm

Where: Thomas Dunn Learning Center, 3133 Gasconade Street

Download the event flyer for more information.

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Tickets:

  • $50: All-inclusive for 2: dinner, music and drinks
  • $30: All-inclusive: dinner, music and drinks
  • $15: Dinner, music and cash bar

Buy in advance by clicking the button below.

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The PayPal form requires that you spell out “Saint Louis” rather than “St. Louis.”  If you have difficulties utilizing the PayPal form, contact Larry Perlmutter.

This Friday, in addition to hosting a great party, the RISE YP Board will be launching RISE UP – Young Friends Network of Rise.  RISE UP encompasses the larger network engaging with their time and talent for Rise.  Members of RISE UP are invited to special events, serve alongside the board, and will be given priority for positions on the Young Professionals Board.  Attending major YP Board events, like the Roasting and Toasting Party, allows you to join RISE UP without the membership fee.  We want to engage and connect those with a passion for revitalizing the St. Louis metropolitan area and improving the quality of life for those that live and work in our great city.