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The Reno Initiative for Shelter and Equality (RISE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Reno, Nevada. Our initiative is to cultivate a greater sense of dignity and humility for all members of our community by encouraging equal access to shelter, knowledge, and opportunity. We seek to create a stronger community through the use of shared resources and mutual aid. Sin ...

A few years back, I experienced what I refer to as the great depression...I lost my Friend, My Business, my apartment and then my Mother in short order. I was sued and won a huge lawsuit that put me into great debt. I moved to the Wilderness and let depression really take over my life. I was miserable. I didn't know how to reach out...

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Update 1:I am excited to try Syrian food. Food is a great way to connect. On one level it is trite and on another it is a chance to make a real connection with families who have endured the unspeakable. If the program is approved by the federal agencies, I will be volunteering. Germany's Syrian refugees have been feeding the homeless so maybe we can help facilitate something li ...

View the project folder for the guidebook: HERETo Do: Create flyer about the project for business owners so Vincent can get better photos. Done Fill out the booklet outline Create a system that is easy for the Morris to use so we can collaborate on the final product. Done Put all submitted content in the project folder Create the layout Identify printing/binding method. One Op ...

Update 5: Reno is doing a great job launching the NABs. maybe we can help use the strategies to promote Sparks and County Citizen advisory boards. ...

Update: let's start meeting in person more. ​Impromptu 'pre-workshop' for http://RenoSparks.org at the Generator http://therenogenerator.com/ March 12, 2:00pm to 5:00pm for Reno Sparks Neighborhoods. Bring a laptop and learn how to build up tools and movements that empower and engage community groups. Official first meeting the following Thursday but why wait till next week for ...

2021 UPDATE: We removed the map. Current Property Search data for Washoe County: HERE Search -Owner- "City of Reno", "City of Sparks", "State of Nevada, or "Washoe County" Data Sheet as of May 2021 Raw data spreadsheet: Washoe-County-Gov-APNs.xlsx Headings of special interest highlighted yellow. Some APNs include adjacent empty lots so there is bountiful opportunity. Mo ...

Update: The current project page with an embeddable widget: HERE Please email or textcommunity@renosparks.org - (775) 391-4005for a project overview or to offer help.The website system will be decided at the next Code for Reno meeting, Feb 21st (RSVP if you want to help). Thank you to everyone who came out to Open Data Day to digitize and organize the PDF version! KTVN Channe ...

Update 2: The garden and facility is now being used by an organization serving women. Update 1: This project is complete. If you have a site for another one, let us know. Total project cost was $900. Read about the garden: Exciting Updates from the RISE Team We use our community garden fund to buy supplies for groups who have formed solid relationships and thoughtful plans to c ...