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Join young people from across the Rocky Mountains as they improve climate resilience in their communities.

"If someone told me that my 6th graders would put together a civic action proposal to solve a community flooding issue ... I don't think I would have believed it to be possible. Your six-step method made it so easy and the kids really engaged and found it fun and meaningful!"

About the RISE Challenge Colorado

Educator Role

  • Guide students in creating positive change around local natural hazards
  • Collaborate with community members and experts
  • Become eligible to receive funding to support project implementation

Student Role

  • Research natural hazards in their community 
  • Engage with experts and community stakeholders
  • Ask for real, sustainable change from people in power
  • Share their ideas at the RISE Challenge Summit

  • Free PD (you read that right)

    Free professional development in the Earth Force Process, an award-winning and easy to use approach to environmental action civics. Visit earthforce.org/events to register!

  • Student Project Funding

    Funding up to $1000 in prize money and additional implementation supplies available

  • Exclusive Resources

    Educator-only access to high-quality supporting materials and resources - download the Toolkit below!

  • A Network of Support

    Access to a network of community experts & guest speakers, plus free ongoing support from Earth Force's friendly & knowledgeable staff

Questions? Drop into a Support Session!

Attend one of our free monthly support sessions to get 1:1 coaching and guidance as you implement RISE in your classroom. 

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Important Dates

Nov. 4, 2022 - March 10, 2023

Action Plan Approval

Fall and Spring deadlines to submit student action plans for feedback and implementation approval. Groups will provide their goals, strategies and budget for an action project that improves their community's resilience against natural hazards. All groups that submit action plans for approval are eligible for implementation support up to $1,000.

April 24-29, 2023

Action Stories Deadline

Five minute video action story presentations are judged by a panel of community experts virtually and recorded to be shown at the finals. Stories are judged on innovation, comprehensive scope & research, stakeholder communication, budget, visuals, and overall community impact of the action. 10 finalists will be selected and presented at the RISE Summit in May.

May 9, 2023

Colorado RISE Summit and Student Showcase

The top 10 Environmental Civic Action Stories are announced for the final competition for prize money ranging from $300 to $1,000. Student groups take part in a reflection panel.

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