Rise Up Industries

We're just one month away from Big Night Out -- happening on Saturday, September 27th! Join us for Rise Up's biggest fundraising event of the year, as we come together to support hope and healing services for justice-impacted adults and at-risk youth. Check out the video below for your special invitation from our Reentry Program members - we think it'll make your day! Get your tickets today: https://bit.ly/bno25 #reentry #nonprofitfundraiser #manufacturing

"At 18 years old, I became incarcerated with a life sentence. After 15 years of serving my sentence, I changed my way of thinking. I was once on a quest for revenge, but that changed into a quest to help people better their lives and make them feel comfortable to share their emotions. I started going to church, taking college classes, developing my own moral values, and being empathetic to others. Through this personal growth, and after serving over 20 years of my sentence, I was released in 2023 to start a new path. I’m proud of the things I’ve been able to accomplish since earning my freedom. I’m a full-time student studying Manufacturing at San Diego City College, and I have an apartment, driver’s license, and a car – things I never had before. Now, having my own apartment, it feels stable and secure, like a home is supposed to. It feels like I’m doing the right thing. I found Rise Up Industries in 2018 while I was still in prison. I wanted to remove some of my tattoos, and a friend gave me the idea to reach out to local organizations for support. Joe Gilbreath responded to my letter, and gave me advice on my idea to start a tattoo removal program in RJ Donovan, which I'm proud to say is still continuing today. After this, I kept corresponding with Joe, and he told me about the CNC program at Rise Up. I was already doing CNC in RJ Donovan and had appreciated what Joe had already done for me, so I knew I wanted to continue with Rise Up. I’m very proud of my accomplishments since returning home. It can be hard for me to appreciate the small wins along with the big ones, but I’m seeing the good in myself and how hard I’ve worked to be where I am today. My future goals are to move into a house within a few years, have a permanent CNC job, and travel the world. I’m excited for all there is to come in this new journey of my life."

"After all I’ve been through in my life and the hard work I’ve put in to turn things around, I’m excited to just be at ease." Check out our blog to see an update from Loren! - https://lnkd.in/d8t-q5Wb #sandiegononprofit #riseupindustries #reentrymatters

We want to highlight our Rise Up staff and board members, Reentry Program members, and Rise Up Leadership Academy students for the hard work each of us put into making our Grand Opening so special! #riseupindustries #sandiegononprofit

We're #hiring a new Associate Mental Health Clinician in San Diego, California. Apply today or share this post with your network.

Rise Up was so honored for Congresswoman Sara Jacobs to visit the Reentry Program. Thank you for your work in advocating for our communities, and for being a part of ours!  #sandiegononprofit #reentrymatters #riseupindustries

We want to offer our gratitude to Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe for the official honor and proclamation of June 12th as “Rise Up Industries Day” in the County of San Diego! We also want to thank Congressman Juan Vargas for awarding us with a Certificate of Recognition from the United States House of Representatives. #sandiegononprofit #riseupindustries #reentrymatters

“Being in prison with a life sentence changed my perspective and way of thinking. Seeing other people with life sentences gain their freedom gave me hope that things could change for me. I wanted a chance to come out of prison and be a productive person. I started focusing and reflecting on myself and who I want to be in my life. I learned about Rise Up Industries through Second Chance, a job readiness training program. I noticed this circle of people all knowing each other and it made me feel like Rise Up was exactly what I needed to do. It feels good being here letting people who want to help me, help me. It’s opened my mindset to think about the possibilities for my future and career. I’m in transitional housing for the time being, I’ve been saving up my money, my family relationships are good – and I know it’s from me putting in the work to keep it up.” Congratulations to Bulmaro, who has been working hard and moving forward on a brighter path with Rise Up Industries and their Reentry Program 👏

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"After so many years of always being surrounded by others, I feel liberated in being able to plan my own day and life." Check out our blog to see an update from Jairo! - https://lnkd.in/d8t-q5Wb #sandiegononprofit #reentrymatters #riseupindustries