CAP Services RISE

RISE is a program of CAP Services.

The Refugee and Immigrant Support and Empowerment (RISE) program aims to foster a sense of belonging among immigrant and refugee families by providing programming and resources that support their social, educational, and economic success so that they can thrive in Portage County. Refugee resettlement activities are increasing in Central Wisconsin and CAP is thrilled to be part of the effort to ensure that Portage County feels like home. RISE staff will recruit, screen, train and match volunteers with refugees to assist them with accessing community resources and establishing relationships. The RISE program is also engaged in a community-based research project in partnership with the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point to create a pathway for direct input from immigrants and refugees to identify issues and solutions.