2020
November 2020
November 2020
The World Among Us
The Word Among Us published a featured article in their November issue on Rise Up Industries titled, “Murders to Miracles: Rise Up Industries gives job skills and character to ex-gang members.”
October 2020
Del Mar Times
Rise Up Industries was one of eight awardees mentioned in The Del Mar Times’ article titled, “First $1.5M deployed to San Diego County nonprofits hit by COVID-19,” Oct 13, 2020.
October 2020
San Diego Foundation News
Rise Up Industries was one of eight awardees mentioned in The San Diego Foundation’s press release titled, “First $1.5M deployed to San Diego County nonprofits hit by COVID-19,” Oct 6, 2020.
October 2020
KPBS News
Rise Up Industries was one of eight awardees mentioned in KBPS’s article titled, “San Diego Foundation Sends First $1.5 Million To Nonprofits Hit By COVID-19,” Oct 6, 2020.
September 2020
2020 California Nonprofit of the Year
“Rise Up Industries won the CalNonprofits’ Award Nonprofit of the year for CA District 71 (nominated by Assemblymember Randy Voepel)”
July 2020
The San Diego Union Tribune
Rise Up Industries made the front page of the local section of the Sunday paper in The San Diego Union Tribune: Andrea Lopez-Villafaña, “Another Chance at Life,” The San Diego Union Tribune, July 12, 2020.
June 2020
Civil(ish)
John Byrd, host of Civil(ish) podcast interviewed Jonathan Yackley, our Deputy Executive Director, on gangs, incarceration, and his experience at RUI. June 2020.
February 2020
Change It Up Radio - Conceive, Believe, Achieve
Leslie Willis discusses Rise Up Industries with radio host Paula Shaw in this episode titled, “Conceive, Believe, Achieve.” Feb 2020.
Check out the video below to watch our live, in-studio interview:
YouTube
2019
December 2019
December 2019
November 2019
NBC story on Tattoo Removal
The San Diego County District Attorney (DA)’s Office is removing tattoos for people who are looking for a fresh start in life – and in their appearance.
The DA’s free laser tattoo removal program started a year ago and helps people remove unwanted tattoos that are gang or human trafficking-related.
“I paroled maybe 3 years ago. So, for the first 2 years, it was a struggle for me because I was no longer that gang member,” said Manuel Chavez, tattoo removal participant.
November 2019
DA News Center
The DA’s Office is helping people move on with their lives by getting rid of unwanted tattoos.
Watch more in this video
November 2019
Humanity Tribe podcast
Interview with Joe Gilbreath Founder / Director of RISE Up Industries.
Their mission is to minimize gang involvement by providing integrated gang prevention, gang intervention, and post-detention reentry programs.
At RISE (Respect, Integrity, Spirituality, Empowerment) UP (Unity and Perseverance) Industries, we support formerly gang involved and at-risk individuals in their quest for a better, more meaningful life. We extend a rich array of services that not only counsel participants, but also provide opportunities for personal and professional advancement.
October 2019
Rise Up Network’s Podcast
Dustin Greeves, our Machine shop manager, who is altering the lives of formerly incarcerated individuals who are committed to change, talked about Rise Up Industries Mission at Rise Up Network
“At the end of the day, we are all human beings who deserve a second chance”
Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2mYzTPt
Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XlMPMx
Listen on Podbean: https://bit.ly/2mYT37T
May 2019
Catholic San Francisco
Nonprofit gives gang members, former inmates second chance
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May 2019
Angelus News
Nonprofit gives gang members, former inmates second chance, career path.
Please click here to read the whole article.
April 2019
East County Magazine
RISE UP HELPS FORMER INMATES MAKE TRANSITION TO NEW LIFE
Please click here to read the whole article.
April 2019
USD News Center
LIFE Week: Discussing Dignity of Human Life in All Forms
THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 2019
Politics and Law, Admissions, Catholic Social Thought, Changemaker, Academics, Community Engagement, Faith
February 2019
Xconomy: Mission Edge
Mission Edge, a nonprofit organization backed by the San Diego Foundation and three corporations, has chosen 10 companies and organizations to participate in a 12-week program intended to improve each entity’s financial performance, and thereby long-term sustainability.
2018
December 2018
Modern Machine Shop ( Winter 2018)
‘A Shop That Rises Up to Help On Many Levels’
This CNC machine-operator training program helps individuals prepare for sustainable employment as a vital element for successful reentry into society and departure from gang life.
November 2018
Santee Magazine ( Winter 2018)
Thank you Santee Magazine for sharing our mission!
November 2018
Annual Newsletter 2018
Please click the title to take a look of Rise Up Industries’ Annual Newsletter 2018!
November 2018
THE EAST COUNTY CALIFORNIAN
Former inmates receive CNC machining training and skill sets for new life.
Please click here to read the whole article
October 2018
Rise Up Industries at Manufacturing Expo 2018
The East County Economic Development Council is hosting its third annual Manufacturing Expo on October at Allen Airways Museum.
September 2018
SD VOYAGER Magazine Article
Thank you, SD Voyager, for sharing Joe’s interview!
September 2018
KUSI Special Report
Rise Up Industries gives former prison inmates a second chance
August 2018
Made in California
Thank you Made in California for your recognition! We are happy to participate in the Made in California Program.
August 2018
Passport to Life
Angel, one of our members had the opportunity to speak in front of lot of juveniles at Passport to Life in City College San Diego.
Part of Rise up industries program is gang prevention, lot of kids had the opportunity to listen Angel’s story and also ask questions! I hope they get inspired and are touched in some way to stay safe!
August 2018
2017
December 2017
Annual Newsletter 2017
Click to hear to see what we’ve been up to! Rise Up Industries – 2017 Newsletter
December 2017
CNC-West Article
Thank you CNC-West for putting together such an amazing article!
Click here to read > CNC- West article
November 2017
San Diego District Attorney
Thank you District Attorney Summer Stephan for featuring us on her YouTube channel!
September 2017
Taste of Italy
Our member Daniel M. is getting close to graduating! He’ll be our first RUI graduate! We’re so proud of him!
2016
December 2016
Annual Newsletter 2016
Click to hear to see what we’ve been up to! Rise Up Industries – 2016 Newsletter
September 2016
Live Well San Diego
Rise Up Industries was featured in Live Well San Diego’s June 2016 newsletter promoting public safety!
2015
December 2015
Annual Newsletter 2015
It’s been an amazing year! We thank you all for your love and support!
Click to hear to see what we’ve been up to! Rise Up Industries – 2015 Newsletter
2014
December 2014
Annual Newsletter 2014
It’s been an amazing year! We thank you all for your love and support!
Click to hear to see what we’ve been up to! Rise Up Industries – 2014 Newsletter