Partner With Us
Expanding opportunity through collaboration
At Rise, we believe entrepreneurship can be a powerful pathway to stability, confidence, and financial independence. By supporting people living with mental health and addiction challenges to pursue self-employment and build small businesses, we help individuals strengthen their well-being, create meaningful employment, and contribute to their communities.
But impact doesn’t happen in isolation. Through partnerships with organizations across the community, financial, and social sectors, we can reach and empower more equity-seeking entrepreneurs and strengthen the networks that support them.
Supporting individuals and strengthening systems
Rise works with people often underserved by traditional institutions, helping them build the skills, confidence, and capital to start and grow small businesses.
The impact extends beyond the individual:
- Greater financial stability and well-being
- Reduced reliance on social services
- Stronger local businesses and communities
- More inclusive pathways to entrepreneurship
Partnerships help extend this impact—supporting both mental health recovery and economic participation.
A collaborative approach
There is no single model for partnering with Rise. We work collaboratively to design partnerships that align with shared goals—whether connecting people to programs, collaborating on initiatives, or strengthening the broader support ecosystem.
We’re always looking for partners committed to inclusive entrepreneurship, including:
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- Community and social service organizations
- Mental health and recovery-focused organizations
- Entrepreneurial support organizations and incubators
- Financial institutions and impact finance partners
- Foundations, funders, and corporate partners
Together, we can expand access to entrepreneurship, reduce barriers to opportunity, and help to build a more inclusive economy and stronger communities across Canada.
Let’s explore what’s possible
If your organization is interested in working together, we’d love to connect.
Email us at info@risehelps.ca to start the conversation.
