About Rise’NG Stars

We help youth rise by surrounding them with guidance, leadership practice, and possibility.

Rise’NG Stars is a youth empowerment organization dedicated to African American and minority youth. We believe young people thrive when they are seen, supported, challenged, and connected to adults and opportunities that help them imagine a bigger future.

Our mission is to cultivate confidence, character, and career awareness so every young person can step into their future with support and purpose.

What guides the work

Rise’NG Stars is grounded in relationships, representation, and practical opportunity.

Belonging

Young people grow when they feel known, respected, and welcomed into spaces built for them.

Voice

Leadership begins with students seeing that their ideas, choices, and contributions matter.

Opportunity

Exposure helps youth connect their strengths to careers, service, and life beyond the classroom.

A practical support system, not a one-time program.

Youth need more than inspiration. They need consistent relationships, opportunities to practice leadership, and real-world exposure that turns dreams into next steps.

Mentorship rooted in trust and accountability

Leadership experiences that build voice and confidence

Career exploration that makes pathways visible