RISE UP 4 CHANGE INC.
DAVENPORT, FLORIDA

Rise Up 4 Change Inc. is a dedicated 501(c)3 non-profit organization headquartered in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Founded on August 16, 2013, and recognized under the status of DOMNP, it serves as an educational initiative aimed at empowering disadvantaged and homeless youth across Miami-Dade County. This organization fosters meaningful personal development by providing comprehensive workshops and training programs that equip young individuals with essential life skills such as problem-solving, character building, and social responsibility. Addressing critical societal issues such as gun violence, which has been a chronic problem in the region—with over 316 children and teens affected in the last decade—Rise Up 4 Change Inc. strives to increase awareness among at-risk youth about the dangers and consequences associated with such violence. The program is further enriched through collaborations with community leaders, parents, nonprofit organizations, and dignitaries, ensuring a holistic approach to youth development. Among its various initiatives are sessions on social media safety, healthy relationship building, domestic violence prevention, and combating identity theft. Its mission extends beyond just mentoring and tutoring; it emphasizes the importance of making informed decisions, understanding consequences of actions like texting while driving, and promoting overall mental and physical health. The organization, led by directors Glenn Q George, Michael D Jones, and Peter Zaharakos, operates out of Miami with its office mailing address at P.O. Box 700098. Interested parties can contact them via phone at (305) 393-1347 or visit their website at riseup4change.com for further information. Recorded under the Fei Number: 46-3462691 and having completed their last annual report on January 23, 2024, Rise Up 4 Change Inc. continues to demonstrate a commitment to fostering positive societal change through dedicated youth empowerment.