Public Art Platform Position RiseUP as Connecticut’s leading public art and placemaking nonprofit with a statewide network and 300+ murals, offering sponsorship, co-branding, and community engagement opportunities for brands seeking socially responsible visibility.

Workforce & Training Leverage RiseUP Home & Commercial Services as a social enterprise for skills-based training and employment programs targeting second-chance citizens and housing-insecure individuals, presenting B2B and government contracting opportunities for workforce development partners.

Youth & Education Engage with RiseUP’s Creative Leadership and Elevate programs to access a pipeline of youth participants for internships, pipelines into design and arts careers, and youth-led community projects that enhance corporate CSR and youth outreach initiatives.

Inclusive Design Capitalize on Able Solutions and The Able Table to propose accessible urban design and inclusive public space projects, aligning with municipal equity goals and funding opportunities while delivering broad community impact.

Strategic Partnerships Explore collaborations with the organization’s 50+ town/city partners and recent high-visibility projects (e.g., airport murals, large-scale countdown clock) to co-create marquee installations, sponsorships, and cross-promotional campaigns in Connecticut.