Coming to work in the morning and having the help of the Rise crew is a cheerful way to start my work day. Their help is appreciated by our entire staff.
-Phil Locoff, general manager of Spectator's Grille in Savage

Helping a person develop to his or her potential is exciting. Rise is more than just a place to go to work. People really care about each other here,
-Carol Morris, Rise production supervisor

The employees of Rise have been a great asset to our young company. We ask many things of them each day and every project is always completed. All their work accomplishments pale in comparison to the smiles they add to the faces of our employees.
-Ryan Wentz, general manager, Majors Sports Cafe

When people are working, they are actively taking charge and making a change in their lives. Social interaction at work with other employees and customers is a way to build relationships and feel better about yourself.
-Sarah Gerst, Rise mental health coordinator

The employees placed and supported by Rise have been some of the most dependable employees we've had. Rise really does a great job with the screening process to ensure a great fit.
-Scott F., manager, Market Place Foods

I know I have a steady crew who'll get the job done they way I need it to be done. It's been great.
-Korey H., manager of Profile Specialties, Wyoming, Minnesota

Rise is a valuable partner. They provide us with a reliable, steady workforce and they do quality work. We depend on them and appreciate their contribution to Federal's success.
-Mike C., Manufacturing Manager, Federal Cartridge, Anoka, Minnesota

The work crew is very reliable and they do an excellent job. I think it is great that people are getting to work out in the community, but it's great for us, too.
-Mark Colombo, Pizza Hut manager

I wish all of America would come to realize what a wonderful resource people who have disabilities are and the tremendous contributions they make to our workplace and community. We just have to tap their talents.
-Kitty Keniston, retired human resources manager for Federal Cartridge in Anoka, Minnesota

There are many things I can do independently now. I'm taking charge of my own life.
-Dawn Adams, CBTE participant

Rise has helped me achieve my goals to make my life and my daughter's life better. They stood behind me and assured me I could do this. They made me feel like I am a worthwhile person.
-Tamara, who received Rise Housing Support Services

I'm impressed with how long so many of the staff have worked at Rise. I think that really tells you what a great place it is and how committed they are to the people they work with.
-Dorothy Adkins, mother of Kathy Adkins

Rise staff have done a great job of finding creative ways to help everyone achieve pride in their work, thereby improving their feelings of self-worth. Our son is accomplishing things we never could have dreamed he would.
-Dave and Elynn Niles, parents of Scott Niles, CIP

By supporting the mission of Rise, we not only help people with disabilities achieve vocational success - their success will be our success as a community.
-Carol Hughes, mother of Jennifer

From the beginning, the staff has been imaginative and innovative and I expect the program will be really outstanding. I feel confident the Rise staff will help people find challenging jobs to suit their interests and needs.
-Ron Hawkinson, Chisago County Human Services supervisor

I'm always proud to say I'm associated with Rise. We're blessed to have such talented, caring people working there.
-Phil Gerber, former member of the Rise Board of Directors

People need to know what a tremendous blend of talents Rise has on staff. Because of them, Rise can effectively address the variety of special needs people have for individualized programming.
-Rob Kent, planner for Hennepin County in Minneapolis

Rise has always openly advocated for the people they serve and helped them find challenging, interesting work. They encourage people to explore different options and have helped people break out of the traditional roles and molds.
-Monica Schmidt, Community Living in Coon Rapids, Minnesota

Rise has made great pioneering efforts to bring people out of the inhouse 'sheltered workshop' and into the community working. This is of great benefit to the public, but more importantly, work gives the individual self-respect and dignity.
-Dick Steimke, Minnesota Rehabilitation Services counselor

Given the challenges facing our nation, there is no more important task than helping disabled individuals to realize their maximum potential. America's vocational services are vastly improved through the creativity, vision, and leadership of exemplary facilities like Rise, Inc.
-George Bush

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.
-Margaret Mead, anthropologist