Empowering Communities

Welcome to Rise UP Reach Out, a passionate non-profit organization based in Jacksonville, Florida. We were founded by a group of dedicated citizens driven by a shared goal: to make a positive change in our community by enhancing the energy efficiency of buildings in low and middle-income neighborhoods. Our mission is to empower residents to embrace sustainable practices and access grants that can support energy-efficient upgrades and renovations. By working hand in hand with local stakeholders, we aim to create a greener and more environmentally conscious Jacksonville while addressing the specific needs of underserved communities. Together, let's build a more energy-efficient future for all, one building at a time.

Rise UP Reach Out was founded by 5 union members across a variety of trades to address systemic inequalities in access to energy efficient upgrades in low and middle income neighborhoods. We believe that any change has to come from the ground up, with a focus on community driven development. 

We have partnered with several labor and community organizations, such as Teamsters Local 947 and Project Help to facilitate outreach to our community and build the kinds of connections our city needs to be able to meet our climate goals, while empowering citizens with good paying union jobs so they can support their families and build the prosperous neighborhoods they deserve.