RISE Chattanooga
“There is in this world no such force as the force of a person determined to RISE.
The human soul cannot be permanently chained.”
W. E. B. Du Bois
WHAT IS RISE?
R.I.S.E. (Responsive Initiatives for Social Empowerment),
is an independent black-led and founded 501c3 non profit community arts & culture organization dedicated to the development of creative programming and events that aim to transcend cultural barriers while promoting more awareness, vibrancy, inclusiveness and resiliency for the greater Chattanooga communities.
April marks a national celebration of Jazz Appreciation and Poetry Month, honoring two art forms that have shaped history and inspired generations. At RISE Chattanooga, we proudly join in recognizing the deep cultural roots and creative power of jazz and poetry.
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We are committed to preserving and uplifting these vital expressions of identity, resilience, and storytelling. This month, we celebrate the voices, sounds, and rhythms that continue to shape our nation's cultural landscape.
LEVITT BLOC CHATTANOOGA MUSIC SERIES 2025 IS COMING!!
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RISE Chattanooga invites OUR locally talented musicians and performing artists to apply for the 2025 Levitt BLOC Music Series—a powerful, community-centered live music experience committed to Building Layers of Community (BLOC) through the universal language of music.
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Let’s make Chattanooga come alive
with rhythm, soul, and sound.
Join the movement. ​​​
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