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RISE builds primary schools in rural Angola to educate children, empower communities, and contribute to the rebuilding of the country.
Every child has the right to education. We focus on vulnerable and marginalized children, those living in poverty that face multiple barriers to education, and deserve the basics that all children deserve – food, safety, healthcare, education, and clean water. Education is at the heart of better economic opportunities, healthier families, individual freedom, and empowerment.
“Education is a powerful driver of development and one of the strongest instruments for reducing poverty, raising incomes, promoting economic growth and shared prosperity, and for improving health, gender equality, peace, and stability.” World Bank Group
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upcoming events
Team RISE 2026
B of A Chicago Marathon
October 11, 2026
RISE guaranteed spots
have been filled…
Donate and Support 2026
Team RISE Runners
Save the Date
RISE Benefit
October 3, 2026
Sketchbook Brewing Co
Skokie, IL
Mark your calendar and join us!
the RISE timeline
Since 2003, RISE has built 198 schools which give over 144,000 kids access to education each year! With a focus on expansion of our Monitoring & Evaluation component, info is tracked in our database. The timeline shows the number of schools, classrooms, and students per year, including a photo and map of the location. Better data means better schools.
Monitoring and Evaluationcurrent projects
Click on a school to learn more.
you can help
It costs $500 to give a child in Angola the opportunity for education.
Take action today and give a child the chance to go to school!
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Trivia Challenge 2026
Wheeling High School’s Interact with Africa Club hosted their 5th Annual Trivia Challenge! Wheeling has been raising awareness and money since 2003! The event was filled with energy, excitement, and teamwork. A huge thank you to Club members, sponsors, and all who participated to make it a wonderful success and give more…
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CHA Students Fundraise
The 3rd grade students Christian Heritage Academy wanted to help kids in Angola go to school after learning about the similarities and differences in their lives. They did chores, donated allowances and savings, and raised $800! Thanks for your generosity and compassion!
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2025 CHA Visit
RISE visited Christian Heritage Academy’s 3rd grade classes to share about RISE and our work building schools in Angola to give children access to education. Students learned about the similarities and differences between their lives and those of kids in Angola. They also had the opportunity to “experience” aspects of daily life…
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