Upcoming events.
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison - OCC: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by December 6, 2025
In-Prison - RTC: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by December 15, 2025
In-Prison - NCCW: Coaching Day
In-Prison Program Coaching Days are typically held at the three-month mark of curriculum completion. RISE staff and NDCS-approved community volunteers typically spend 3-5 hours inside the prison facility with program participants providing coaching and feedback related to their Personal Statement, Mock Interview, and Business Ideation.
Volunteer Arrival Time: 11am
Event End Time: 4pm
Interested in Volunteering with RISE’s In-Prison Program?
If you are not approved by the Nebraska Department of Corrections to volunteer with RISE inside prison, please apply to begin the process here by January 24, 2026
In-Prison - NSP: Coaching Day
In-Prison Program Coaching Days are typically held at the three-month mark of curriculum completion. RISE staff and NDCS-approved community volunteers typically spend 3-5 hours inside the prison facility with program participants providing coaching and feedback related to their Personal Statement, Mock Interview, and Business Ideation.
Volunteer Arrival Time: 7:30am
Event End Time: 12pm
Interested in Volunteering with RISE’s In-Prison Program?
If you are not approved by the Nebraska Department of Corrections to volunteer with RISE inside prison, please apply to begin the process here by March 14, 2026
In-Prison - TSCI: Coaching Day
In-Prison Program Coaching Days are typically held at the three-month mark of curriculum completion. RISE staff and NDCS-approved community volunteers typically spend 3-5 hours inside the prison facility with program participants providing coaching and feedback related to their Personal Statement, Mock Interview, and Business Ideation.
Volunteer Arrival Time: 11am
Event End Time: 4pm
Interested in Volunteering with RISE’s In-Prison Program?
If you are not approved by the Nebraska Department of Corrections to volunteer with RISE inside prison, please apply to begin the process here by April 13, 2026
In-Prison - NCCW: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by May 18, 2026
In-Prison - OCC: Coaching Day
In-Prison Program Coaching Days are typically held at the three-month mark of curriculum completion. RISE staff and NDCS-approved community volunteers typically spend 3-5 hours inside the prison facility with program participants providing coaching and feedback related to their Personal Statement, Mock Interview, and Business Ideation.
Volunteer Arrival Time: 7am
Event End Time: 11:30am
Interested in Volunteering with RISE’s In-Prison Program?
If you are not approved by the Nebraska Department of Corrections to volunteer with RISE inside prison, please apply to begin the process here by June 20, 2026
In-Prison - RTC: Coaching Day
In-Prison Program Coaching Days are typically held at the three-month mark of curriculum completion. RISE staff and NDCS-approved community volunteers typically spend 3-5 hours inside the prison facility with program participants providing coaching and feedback related to their Personal Statement, Mock Interview, and Business Ideation.
Volunteer Arrival Time: 7am
Event End Time: 11:30am
Interested in Volunteering with RISE’s In-Prison Program?
If you are not approved by the Nebraska Department of Corrections to volunteer with RISE inside prison, please apply to begin the process here by June 27, 2026
In-Prison - TSCI: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by July 25, 2026
In-Prison - NSP: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by August 17, 2026
In-Prison - OCC: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by October 3, 2026
In-Prison - RTC: BPC & Graduation
This event is open to NDCS-approved RISE volunteers only.
Volunteers sit on panels and serve as judges throughout the morning hearing program participants' business pitches. Volunteers score the pitches and vote for the participants who will move on to the next round of pitching. Top participants will then pitch again while peers, volunteers, and guests vote, and the winners of the competition are announced. There is a cap and gown ceremony and certificates are awarded. Sharing of testimonies from participants, staff, volunteers, and family members concludes this meaningful day!
Lunch, coffee, water, and snacks provided.
Roughly an 8 hour commitment.
Please note, times are subject to change slightly.
Must register to volunteer by October 19, 2026
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
Lincoln RISE and Shine Community Coffee
This casual, open-house style gathering hosted at The Charging Station Coffeehouse is a time for the community to meet some of our staff, learn about our mission, ask questions, network with current volunteers, chat with other local community members, and learn how to get involved with RISE!
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
RISE Volunteer Social
This is a casual drop‑in event designed for RISE volunteers to relax, decompress after events, and enjoy an evening of connection and conversation. Come meet other volunteers, chat with staff, and build meaningful relationships in a low‑key atmosphere.
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison TSCI: Business Pitch Competition and Graduation
Participants in RISE’s Nebraska in prison program in the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution will compete in a business pitch competition and graduate! Volunteers are needed!
Lincoln RISE and Shine Community Coffee
This casual, open-house style gathering hosted The Charging Station Coffeehouse is a time for the community to meet RISE staff and learn about our mission.
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
Volunteer Opportunity: Online Business Research
Volunteers answer questions RISE participants have regarding the specific industry they are looking at entering or creating businesses in. Questions range from marketing and pricing strategies, startup needs, target market brainstorming, tips, products or other services to offer, licensing questions, etc.
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison OCC: Coaching Day
RISE will host a Coaching Day at the Omaha Correctional Center as part of its Nebraska In-Prison Program. This milestone event, held at the three-month mark of the curriculum, brings RISE staff and NDCS-approved volunteers into the facility to provide 3–5 hours of coaching and feedback on participants’ Personal Statements, Mock Interviews, and Business Ideation.
Canceled - RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison NSP: Business Pitch Competition and Graduation
Participants in RISE’s Nebraska in prison program will compete in a business pitch competition and graduate!
Lincoln RISE and Shine Community Coffee
This casual, open-house style gathering hosted The Charging Station Coffeehouse is a time for the community to meet RISE staff and learn about our mission.
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison TSCI: Deep Dive
Participants in RISE’s Nebraska in prison program will take part in a Deep Dive, their final opportunity to receive feedback from volunteers and refine their business pitches ahead of graduation.
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison RTC: Coaching Day
RISE will host a Coaching Day at the Reception and Treatment Center in Lincoln as part of its Nebraska In-Prison Program. This milestone event, held at the three-month mark of the curriculum, brings RISE staff and NDCS-approved volunteers into the facility to provide 3–5 hours of coaching and feedback on participants’ Personal Statements, Mock Interviews, and Business Ideation.
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison NSP: Deep Dive
Participants in RISE’s Nebraska in prison program will take part in a Deep Dive, their final opportunity to receive feedback from volunteers and refine their business pitches ahead of graduation.
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
In-Prison OCC: Reentry Simulation
Join the RISE team in Nebraska for a Reentry Simulation at the Reception and Treatment Center. Reentry Simulations are offered to RISE program participants living inside prison facility to give them a look into what they may face when returning home to the community.
CANCELED — RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
Lincoln RISE and Shine Community Coffee
This casual, open-house style gathering hosted The Charging Station Coffeehouse is a time for the community to meet RISE staff and learn about our mission.
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!
Volunteer Opportunity: Online Business Research
Volunteers answer questions RISE participants have regarding the specific industry they are looking at entering or creating businesses in. Questions range from marketing and pricing strategies, startup needs, target market brainstorming, tips, products or other services to offer, licensing questions, etc.
In-Prison RTC: Reentry Simulation
Join the RISE team in Nebraska for a Reentry Simulation at the Reception and Treatment Center. Reentry Simulations are offered to RISE program participants living inside prison facility to give them a look into what they may face when returning home to the community.
RISE & Shine Community Coffee
Join us for RISE & Shine at Astute Coffee (Previously known as The Bike Union) every Friday!
This casual, open-table gathering is where our staff loves to meet new people, catch up with volunteers, answer questions, and tell you all about our programs and events!