RISE ABOVE TRIBE

profile · synthesized from sources

Rise Above is a nonprofit organization founded in 2015 that empowers Native youth through sports-based programs, mentorship, and education on health and wellness topics. Using basketball clinics as an entry point, the organization delivers culturally relevant prevention and life skills programming in partnership with tribes and communities. It also plans to produce a feature film about its founder to inspire Native youth and generate sustainable funding.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Prevention Education

Evidence-based programs on topics including substance abuse, suicide prevention, healthy relationships, and diabetes, tailored to Native youth needs

Rise Above Film

Feature-length film in production about founder Jaci McCormack’s life, aiming to inspire Native youth and create sustainable funding for programs

Sports Clinics

Free basketball clinics for Native youth that serve as an entry point for mentorship and education on health, wellness, and life skills

activities · 4 groups

what they do

Youth Psychosocial Support and Life Skills 4 activities
- Native Youth Empowerment Program
  
  Operates a program designed to equip Native youth with tools to overcome challenges they face at disproportionate rates, fostering their empowerment.
- Native Youth Survey Research
  
  Conducts surveys among Native youth on key issues to generate data that informs programs developed by educators, mental health professionals, and tribal leaders.
- Partnership Building for Native Youth Support
  
  Seeks and forms partnerships with tribes, prevention advocates, and community organizations to enhance support for Native youth.
- Youth Health and Wellness Education
  
  Provides education to Native youth on critical health and wellness topics including substance abuse, suicide prevention, healthy relationships, bullying, and diabetes.
Youth Sports and Recreation Programs 1 activity
- Community Engagement and Support for Native Youth
  
  Organizes community engagement events, such as a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, and engages with Native youth, parents, and community leaders post-events to provide ongoing support based on identified needs.
Volunteer & Fundraising Engagement 1 activity
- Volunteer Engagement for Youth Programs
  
  Engages and offers opportunities for volunteers to support its mission and programs aimed at empowering Native youth.
Uncategorized 2 activities
- Documentary Film Production
  
  Produces a feature-length film about Jaci McCormack's life, highlighting her achievements and impact, with the film also serving as a long-term revenue source for youth programs.
- Tribal and Community Leadership Engagement
  
  Engages tribal and community leaders in its governance through their participation on its board of directors and advisory board.

relationships · 32

who they work with

Analyss Benally Partner — Professional basketball player (Navajo) and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Carla McGhee Partner — WNBA Veteran and NCAA Champion and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Colville Tribe Partner — Board member Sara Desautel represents the Colville Tribe in a leadership capacity.
Craig Ehlo Partner — NBA Veteran and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Dale Ellis Partner — NBA 3 Point Champion and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Deadline Partner — Featured in an article on Deadline covering the Rise Above film project.
Detlef Schrempf Partner — NBA Veteran and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Doug Baldwin Partner — NFL Veteran and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Emma Worgum Partner — Ambassador and Western Washington University Golf player (Tlingit Tribe) supporting the Rise Above program.
Emoni Bush Partner — Ambassador and University of Washington Volleyball player (Wei Wei Kum First Nation) supporting the Rise Above program.
Fred Brown Partner — NBA Champion and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Freddy Brown III Partner — Ambassador and University of Providence Basketball Graduate (Makah Tribe) supporting the Rise Above program.
Gary Payton Partner — NBA Hall of Famer and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
George Karl Partner — NBA Hall of Famer and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Jack Sikma Partner — NBA Hall of Famer & NBA Champion and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Kalispel Tribe Partner — Board member Brandon Haugen represents the Kalispel Tribe in a leadership capacity.
Lakota Beatty Partner — Professional basketball player (Caddo Nation) and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Lenny Wilkens Partner — 3-Time Hall of Famer and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Lenny Wilkens Partner — NBA legend and three-time Hall of Famer who supports Rise Above's mission.
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Partner — Board member Bethany Atkinson represents the Muscogee (Creek) Nation in a leadership capacity.
Nate McMillan Partner — NBA Veteran and Coach and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Nez Perce Partner — Board member Jaci McCormack represents the Nez Perce in a leadership capacity.
Northern Arapaho Tribe Partner — Board member Peggen Frank represents the Northern Arapaho Tribe in a leadership capacity.
Ruthie Bolton Partner — WNBA Veteran and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Seattle Sounders FC Partner — Organization affiliated with a volunteer who has participated in Rise Above programs.
Seattle Storm Partner — NBA/WNBA partner organization supporting the Rise Above program.
Spencer Hawes Partner — NBA Veteran and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Vin Baker Partner — NBA Veteran and Milwaukee Bucks Assistant Coach and partner supporting the Rise Above program.
Yurok Tribe Partner — Board member Virginia Hendrick represents the Yurok Tribe in a leadership capacity.
community organizations Partner — Works with community organizations to expand program delivery for Native youth.

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