I have volunteered at a ton of events over the years and have nothing but great things to say about this nonprofit. The organization is well run and the staff are so caring and supportive to their clients. It's been really cool to see the company grow and to know I'm giving back to an excellent cause.
I am so grateful for finding my support group. It literally saved my life and helped me see I wasn't alone. Thank you for everything!
&Rise offers amazing support, whether through healing workshops, educational programs, or a nurturing community where survivors can connect and grow. Everything we do is rooted in compassion, understanding, and a commitment to helping women thrive. I love hearing about the impact the community has had on survivors and I appreciate working with Jennifer, who is an amazing leader and woman.
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I discovered &Rise by chance and I felt so called to give financially and with my time. Building women up and helping ignite the spark inside of them is very near to my heart. Everyone deserves a chance to heal, to learn and practice better coping skills, to tell their stories and be celebrated for who they are, and to be successful. &Rise is that launching pad for so many women.
As a board member of And Rise, I am continually moved by the incredible work this organization does to help women reclaim their power and rebuild their lives after experiencing abuse and trauma. And Rise provides not only practical resources but also a nurturing community where women can feel supported and heard. Through counseling, mentorship, and skill-building programs, And Rise empowers women to move forward with confidence and resilience. It’s deeply fulfilling to be part of an organization that fosters such transformative growth and helps women rediscover their strength. I am honored to support and witness this incredible impact.
As a board member I have deep knowledge on the incredible work &Rise has accomplished in 2024. The volunteers are dedicated to serving women and girls. They have also created great events that have helped raise thousands of dollars.
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I am incredibly impressed by the work of &Rise. I’ve attended the Casino Night Gala! Their dedication to empowering women is truly inspiring, and their impact is evident in the lives they touch. The organization provides not only essential resources but also emotional and educational support, helping women to thrive and reach their full potential.
Their team is compassionate, professional, and committed to making a difference. Whether it’s through skill-building workshops, mentorship, or providing much-needed support group services, counseling- they create a safe and supportive environment for women to grow.
I highly recommend supporting this organization, as they are making a meaningful and lasting impact on women in our community. Keep up the amazing work!
This nonprofit organization changed my life! I have gone through so much trauma in my life and I was always told to be strong and to stop talking about it already. &Rise taught me that my truth and story matter. I was able to get counseling and support groups which helped me so much. I wish I would have known about this org when I was younger. Highly recommend.
I started attending &Rise support groups a little over a year ago. In that time I've built community, confidence, and healed. Through the community, I've found incredible opportunities to use my story to help others and have benefitted professionally! Now I also facilitate two of the support groups, in addition to attending them.
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&Rise is providing life saving care to women. My mental health has absolutely improved since finding a community of other survivors. It’s is an incredible nonprofit that goes above and beyond to support women in their journey of healing from trauma. Their dedication to creating a strong community and empowering one another is truly inspiring. I've seen firsthand the positive impact they have on the lives of women, and it's heartwarming. &Rise is so much more than just a nonprofit; it's a lifeline for those seeking support and empowerment. Highly recommend supporting this amazing organization!
I have attended at least two or three functions/events of &Rise. One of which I received a phenomenal Mother's Day pampering session that I won from being nominated. I experienced a beautiful reiki healing session, sound bath and facial. So grateful for Jennifer and her organization ❤️!
Safety, compassion, and community are absolutely necessary for trauma recovery, and that is what &Rise delivers. Women end up in vulnerable positions for reasons beyond our control, and being in survival mode can put your entire life on hold. &Rise is disrupting the cycle by holding space for us to connect with other survivors and put down our burdens of shame, guilt, and loneliness. &Rise support groups help women trauma survivors find their spirit again and learn to self-advocate.
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I've attended several virtual support groups through &Rise. Jennifer has created a space where trauma survivors can feel safe and supported. What really surprised me was how much hearing the other women's stories has helped me on my healing journey.
Trauma therapy is hard to find and not affordable for so many people who need it. I love how &Rise is not only connecting more trauma survivors with the care they need, but also facilitating conversations and building community among this vulnerable group. I highly recommend &Rise for anyone who needs these services or wants to support a group that's making a real difference.
The Healing Your Inner Child Vision Board workshop was beautiful and so healing for me. I am so grateful for the good work that this organization is doing ❤️
I love the mission of &rise and I have seen and heard the stories of women that have benefited from the support of this organization. Keep doing great work and helping people in need. Your efforts are appreciated and that is why we support Jenny and the &rise team!
I have learned so much about traumas, narcissistic behaviors in relationships, learning ways to deal with your traumas.
We carry those things with us. Cause such a great weight on our shoulders. When we talk about it and work them out, that pressure we felt is relieved and somehow our shoulders feel lighter. That weight is released. That’s what & Rise has done for me. I am still on a continuous path to healing. I am grateful to meet other women who have experienced similar things and to know you’re not alone. I started out just attending. Now I sit on the board and glad I can give back.
I am grateful for the free support groups! They have helped me so much! &Rise genuinely cares for the community they serve and they’re all for empowering women!
She is Scam she is here fill her pockets from donors I have never seen her organize or help woman’s in need all she goes Live to talk about experience money issues with her business partner..I see no good at her she like talk and pocket money from donors .Stay far from giving to her nonsense because she does no help or good do any survivor.SCAM
I began attending &Rise support groups a little over 1 year ago. They have made a tremendous difference in my life. I feel so seen and heard which is a very powerful experience. The women in the support groups, as well as the leaders, are so welcoming and accepting. The validation I have received from these groups has helped my self confidence and my mental health. I can’t say enough good things about this organization!
Because of &Rise, I have met my best friends through this wonderful organization. They’re very supportive and helpful. They have assisted me during difficult times. They have provided many resources. Their events are very fun and powerful. They’re inspiring. Jennifer, the founder, is truly inspiring and I’m so grateful for her!
The way I got involved with And Rise Women Chicago was seeing Jennifer telling her and other’s stories about being an abuse survivor. I felt that Jennifer was providing services to a very underserved community. I reached out to Jennifer to get to know her and I ended up donating to And Rise. I have also volunteered for the nonprofit because I believe in the founder and her mission to serve vital services to women who have nowhere to turn to.
Amazing nonprofit that has been so helpful to my healing process. The support they provide is beyond wonderful.
I found And Rise and met Jennifer Ramirez a few months ago. As I said to Jennifer, I found my tribe. This organization truly cares about women with traumatic and abusive experiences in their past or current situations. As a victim of domestic and sexual abuse, I know I have the utmost support from Jennifer and And Rise. I currently volunteer with And Rise, while also continuing to heal and learn from the services offered by the organization. I look forward to my lifelong connection to And Rise while shouting my support from the rooftops in hopes other women will find solace and healing like I have.
Jennifer is so kind with her heart. She wants to be there to help survivors feel valid and that living thru your experiences is possible. Jennifer makes it more possible. Jennifer is a warm soul - whatever that means to you. For me, it's huge.
She's also a smart cookie.
Leadership makes all the difference. Jennifer Ramirez leads this organization with her whole heart. I've seen the difference it makes for the survivors and women she supports through the work they do. And the help she's providing these women goes so much further... it impacts their families and the people around them.
It's a wonderful non-profit to donate to because you know the funds are truly making a difference.
I've come a long way in my healing journey since I started attending group for female trauma survivors that is hosted by &Rise. I loved meeting with like minded women who have been through similar situations to my own. I we definitely recommend this organization to other women. It's really needed and it's very common for women to get this kind of support from an organization.
I'm a survivor of domestic abuse. I started volunteering for this organization almost a year ago because I wanted to share my story and help others who are experiencing domestic violence. Leaving an abusive relationship is hard, and survivors need a lot of resources and support after they leave. And Rise empowers women and survivors by providing free services, such as counseling and group therapy.
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If you go to our social media pages, you can clearly see how many events we put on for women, many of those being free. We have served thousands of women since inception. We have helped countless women recover after trauma and abuse. These comments are defaming, don’t forget that.