R.I.S.E. Advocacy, Inc.

Buffalo Wild Wings Fundraiser
2019-04-28 | Buffalo Wild Wings, 1904 S. Mission St., Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Gather with us at the Mount Pleasant Buffalo Wild Wings for a great cause and some great food.
Bring in the certificate (below) any time on Sunday, April 29 and 20% of your purchases will go to support survivors served by R.I.S.E.
Restaurant hours are 11 AM – 2 AM.
Certificate: Buffalo Wild Wings R.I.S.E. Fundraiser_April 28

Comprehensive Sexual Assault Lunch & Learn hosted by R.I.S.E.
2019-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Detroit) | Alma Public Library, 500 E Superior St., Alma, MI, 48801, United States
Free event open to all community members. Lunch provided.
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in the Clothesline Project from 11 AM-4 PM.
Topics include:

Community Response & Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)

Magdalena Lopez, SART Coordinator

Intersection of Sexual Assault & Substance Use

Tracy Eagle, Sexual Assault Counselor

Childhood Sexual Assault & Long-term Effects on the Brain

Chris Berry, Sexual Assault Counselor

Please RSVP by April 17 to Kirstie Mason at kmason@riseadvocacy.org or call (989) 317-4722.

Denim Day with SAPA
2019-04-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Bovee University Center, 103 E Preston St., Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
On April 24, 2019, millions of people across the world will wear jeans with a purpose, support survivors, and educate themselves and others about all forms of sexual violence.
R.I.S.E. is teaming up with Central Michigan University’s Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates (SAPA) to speak out against sexual assault. Be sure to visit us outside the Bovee University Center on CMU’s Campus on April 24 from 11 AM-2 PM.
Not around CMU? You can participate in Denim Day anywhere! Find more info here.

Paula Pirnstill Memorial Health & Safety Fair
2019-04-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Farwell High School, 480 E Ohio St., Farwell, MI, 48622, United States
R.I.S.E will be present at this annual event taking place in Farwell, MI. The Health & Safety Fair is organized to provide free resources while attendees become better acquainted with their own health.
The fair will have free medical screenings, free publications and health professionals present. This year’s Health & Safety Fair has cholesterol screening, diabetes information, blood pressure check, a blood drive and more.
The Children’s Health Fair theme is “Get into the Groove.”

CFX’s 30th Annual Salute to Working Women
2019-04-18 16:30 - 19:30 | Comfort Inn & Suites Conference Center, 2424 S. Mission St, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Join R.I.S.E. at CFX’s 30th Annual Salute to Working Women.Comfort Inn Suites & Hotel Conference Room, Mt PleasantComfort Inn Suites & Hotel Conference Room, Mt Pleasant
Tickets are free, but must be won from 95.3 CFX – Be listening starting the week of April 1st for chances to win.

Doors open at 4:30pm,
Party starts at 5pm,
Prizes given away starting at 5:30pm

Drink specials; Free food from Dominoes and Qdoba of Mount Pleasant; Complimentary wine & pop.
Attendees must be 21 or older.

Blaze Pizza Fundraiser
2019-04-15 18:00 - 21:00 | Blaze Pizza, 1218 S Mission St Suite A, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Join us at the Mount Pleasant Blaze Pizza for some good food and a good cause!
Present our event flyer during checkout for 20% of your proceeds to help the survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault served by R.I.S.E. Advocacy.
Flyer link: Blaze Pizza R.I.S.E. Fundraiser_April 15

SlutWalk 2019 (Organization of Women Leaders Event)
2019-04-14 13:00 - 16:30 | Bovee University Center, 103 E Preston St., Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Join us for a day full of smashing rape culture, ending victim blaming, and supporting survivors at this event hosted by Central Michigan University’s Organization of Women Leaders.
R.I.S.E. advocates will provide support during the march/rally from 1-3 PM and the agency will be at the debrief from 3-4:30 PM with additional resources.
This event originates from a 2011 police address at a York University safety forum at Osgoode Hall Law School regarding rape on college campuses. The officer said, when talking about how women can avoid rape, that women should avoid dressing like “sluts”. After hearing this narrative, along with many others that blame survivors, students on campuses across the United States and Canada have organized SlutWalk events.
SlutWalk at CMU is an opportunity for students, staff, and community members to stand up against victim blaming, street harassment, and rape culture. The event also aims to provide a space for survivors to be empowered and a platform to share their experiences if they feel comfortable doing so.
OWLs welcomes everyone who wants to take a stand against sexual violence and rape culture and support survivors to attend SlutWalk at CMU! For accommodations, please email owlsatcmu@gmail.com

Isabella County Volunteer Expo
2019-04-11 15:00 - 18:00 | Isabella County Commission on Aging, 2200 S Lincoln Rd, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
R.I.S.E. will be present at the 2nd Annual Isabella County Volunteer Expo. This event will provide the forum for volunteers and community organizations to meet face-to-face to discuss interests, expertise and available volunteer opportunities.
All community members are welcome.
Free to all individuals seeking volunteer opportunities.

Solidarity (Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates Event)
2019-04-10 19:00 | Bovee University Center, 103 E Preston St., Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Show your Solidarity with survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. CMU Sexual Aggression Peer Advocates are organizing a night of performances and powerful stories from members of CMU and the Mount Pleasant community. R.I.S.E. will be present and standing in Solidarity with survivors.
This event will begin with poetry, musical performances, and catered desserts. Following the performances, there will be a speak out where anyone affected by sexual aggression can share their story in a supportive environment.
Because this event is a public forum, CMU employees do not have to report anything disclosed during this event.

Consent Ice Cream Social & Open Mic Event
2019-04-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Chapel Lawn (Alma College), 614 W Superior St., Alma, MI, 48801, United States
As part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Title IX Office of Alma College is hosting an open mic night. Share and hear stories while showing your support for survivors and the need for consent.
Event open to the public. All donations made will go toward those served by R.I.S.E. Advocacy.

Cherry Berry Fundraiser
2019-04-08 11:30 - 21:00 | Cherry Berry, 2157 S Mission St., Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Enjoy Cherry Berry between 11:30 AM and 9 PM on Monday, April 8 and 20% of the proceeds will go to R.I.S.E. Advocacy, Inc.
Be sure to mentioned you are there for the fundraiser!
Event flyer: Cherry Berry R.I.S.E. Fundraiser_April 8

"Scots Ask" 5K
2019-04-06 09:00 | Oscar E. Remick Heritage Center for the Performing Arts, 614 W Superior St., Alma, MI, 48801, United States
The Office of Title IX at Alma College Student Affairs is hosting the “Scots Ask 5K Run” for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, taking place April 6.
The event is open to all community members. Pre-registration is $15 and includes a t-shirt and teal color powder for the race.

Event proceeds will go toward supporting those served by R.I.S.E.

Darkness to Light's Stewards of Children Training
2019-04-03 17:30 - 20:00 | MMCC Harrison Campus Cafeteria, 1375 S Clare Ave., Harrison, MI, 48625, United States
Members of the Northern Michigan Alliance for Children are hosting a free community training, where attendees can learn to prevent, recognize and react responsibly to child sexual abuse.
Join the community at this impactful event – R.I.S.E. will be present to explain services and provide resources to attendees.

R.I.S.E. Staff Forum
2019-04-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Tyler Van Dusen Campus Center, 614 W Superior St., Alma, MI, 48801, United States
Start out Sexual Assault Awareness Month by speaking with members of R.I.S.E. Advocacy, a nonprofit serving survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault throughout Gratiot, Isabella and Clare County. This event is free and open to the public and will take place at the Tyler Van Dusen Campus Center on the Alma College Campus.
Event hosted by the Office of Title IX at Alma College.

Health Fair 2019 (Mount Pleasant)
2019-03-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Mount Pleasant City Hall, 320 W. Broadway Street, Mount Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
Join R.I.S.E. at the Community Health Fair 2019, hosted by the Central Michigan University’s College of Medicine.
FREE Services Available – No insurance required
• Vitals – blood pressure, BMI/weight, pulse rate, respiration rate
• Diabetes screening
• Fall risk screening
• Medication review
• Mental wellness screening
• Primary care physician referrals
• Community education resources
Location: Mount Pleasant City Hall, 320 W. Broadway Street, Mount Pleasant, MI
All ages welcome.
Services will be provided by Central Michigan University College of Medicine licensed physicians and student doctors under the supervision of a licensed physician.

R.I.S.E. Volunteer Training (Invitation only)
2019-02-15 - 2019-02-17 | R.I.S.E. Isabella County Outreach Office, 2426 Parkway Dr, Mt. Pleasant, MI, 48858, United States
20 hour volunteer training. Pre-registered and cleared volunteers only.
Friday, February 15 – Sunday, February 17 (Friday- 5-9 p.m., Saturday/Sunday- 9 a.m.-5 p.m.)

Pop-Up Giving (PUG)
2019-02-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Alma Elks Lodge #1400, 610 W Warwick Dr, Alma, MI, 48801, United States
Join us at the Elks Lodge in Alma on Monday, February 4th for United Way’s Pop-Up Giving (PUG) event!
What’s Pop-Up Giving? It’s a collaborative giving event where YOU choose the winner. Your entry donation of $20 will be pooled to create a pot, United Way will then match that up to $5,000.
Hear pitches from three local nonprofit organizations (see post below) trying to win your vote.
$20 includes your ticket, tasty bites, a drink on us and a ballot.
Please pre-register here: https://app.mobilecause.com/form/t1eWng.
Find out more about this event at https://www.facebook.com/events/218604769078303/.
This event is hosted by United Way of Gratiot & Isabella Counties, Women’s Aid Service, Inc. and Gratiot County Hope House.

Break the Chain
2019-01-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Central Michigan University – Park Library Auditorium, 250 W Preston, Mt Pleasant, MI, 48859, United States
BREAK THE CHAIN is a feature-length documentary film that addresses the often hidden-in-plain-sight issue of Human Trafficking within Michigan communities and the United States. The film chronicles two survivors of Human Trafficking – providing a detailed look at how trafficking goes unnoticed within our backyards. Accompanying the stories of these survivors are nearly 20 interviews with researchers, Senators, non-profit organizations, legal service agencies, law enforcement officers and several artists actively working to raise awareness for this global issue.

Child Advocacy Princess & Pirate Family Carnival & Expo
2019-01-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Central Michigan Youth for Christ – Alma, 2550 W Cheesman Rd, Alma, MI, 48801, United States
Join us at the Princess & Pirate Family Carnival & Expo!
Date: Saturday, January 26th, 2019
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Central Michigan Youth for Christ – Alma
A valuable one-stop event with informational resources and fun for ALL families in Gratiot County.
Free Food, Carnival Games, Prizes, Face Painting, Live Princesses and Pirates, and MORE!
Medication Disposal!! We will have a Prescription Drop Box available for the public to dispose of any unused or outdated prescription drugs. Please NO liquids or sharps.
This event will highlight displays by more than 50 businesses and organizations in Gratiot County including themed games and interactive activities for children of all ages. R.I.S.E. Advocacy has a table at the expo.
Princess and Pirate Costumes are NOT required, but are welcomed!!! We would love to see your outfits!
You won’t want to miss the fun!
For more information, contact Kirstie Mason, kmason@riseadvocacy.org.
