Success Stories Announcing our 2024 Rise’ing Stars November 19, 2024 Stillwater’s Secret Ingredient September 6, 2024 Kaleem has found a rewarding job supporting customers at Walmart September 5, 2024 Rachel Dolan crafts her own future with small business ‘Rachel’s Bling N’ Thingz’ July 24, 2024 Growing confidence and self-advocacy skills sets Tristan Olson up for success at Dollar General May 2, 2024 “I definitely want to stay here” – Jason finds fulfillment at Stacy Sports Grill September 7, 2023 Meet our 2023 Rise’ing Stars July 27, 2023 Peterson finds new success returning to the workforce May 30, 2023 MEC Celebrates 30 Years May 9, 2023 Mata crosses five years at Starbucks while Rise’s MEC program celebrates 30 years March 22, 2023 Story 48 – Jason Paddock February 21, 2023 Story 47 – Janet Krear January 30, 2023 Story 46 – Kim Hultgren January 27, 2023 Ally’s childcare job at New Horizon Academy January 25, 2023 Story 44 – Elisa Raymond January 19, 2023 Story 43 – Jordan Rock January 17, 2023 Story 42 – Lisa Geng January 12, 2023 Story 41 – Ashley Wright January 6, 2023 For Rosanne, Rise Coon Rapids “feels like my second home” November 19, 2022 Health and Wellness Support in Isanti County November 16, 2022 Jordan gains confidence and learns new skills in growing job September 12, 2022 Feeling at home in St. Cloud July 18, 2022 Denise Coppess’ new job lays foundation for a career change February 25, 2022 Story 19 – Kevin Whitley February 4, 2022 Tyler brings “positive attitude and work ethic” to Portillo’s December 1, 2021 Allie Rumpel is an “awesome” Wisconsin worker September 24, 2021 Craftsman’s work on display in Minnesota Kitchens June 30, 2021 Duluth’s Minnesota Employment Center team helps Bill Kelch reach employment goals June 30, 2021 Angela embarks on new employment journey at florist March 14, 2021 New town, new career field gives Ray hope for the future February 22, 2021 Following pandemic, Larry regroups and lands ‘dream job’ February 22, 2021 Following brain injury, Robert rebuilds life; valued County Market employee February 22, 2021 Kevin and Robert proud of front line work in Chisago City February 22, 2021 On the front lines at Cub, Fred provides great customer service February 22, 2021 Laura works on the front lines at Walmart February 22, 2021 Jacob’s co-workers appreciate his attention to detail, solid work ethic November 23, 2020 John meets the huge challenges of starting a new life over in Minnesota November 23, 2020 Michael worked to help people know how to vote, make their voices heard November 18, 2020 21 Roots Farm provides nurturing, transforming environment for Kristi November 2, 2020 Meyer’s long journey to recovery leads him to serve others who are struggling with addictions in many ways August 11, 2020 Amira’s first job sets her on a great career path with Burger King August 6, 2020 Jeanean has interesting career as an American Red Cross phlebotomist July 8, 2020 Kim benefits from IPS team’s collaboration May 1, 2020 Heather has featured painting in Courage Kenny’s annual art sale April 30, 2020 Steven Eull donates savings from three jobs to help fight COVID-19 April 14, 2020 1 2 3 … 5 Next »