ROOTS & RISE UP YOUTH FOUNDATION, INC. EVENTS
A day we built together.
On September 26, 2026, young people, families, speakers, artists, volunteers, and neighbors came together for the Youth Summit. These are real moments from that day, with more gatherings to come.
MOMENTS FROM THE SUMMIT
See the community in action.
The photos tell part of the story: young people celebrated, families connected, and neighbors showed up for one another.
WHAT'S NEXT
More ways to gather.
Future dates will be posted here once they are confirmed. You can explore the chess lounge now and get in touch about volunteering or partnering.
Roots & Rise Youth Summit 2026 · completed
Held September 26, 2026 with youth activities, speakers, performances, family fun, and an evening open mic.
Chess activities · in development
Learning sessions and a future all-ages tournament are being planned. Dates and registration will be announced when confirmed.
Youth & Family Days · planned
More opportunities for kids, families, creators, and community members to connect.
Creator Pop-Ups · planned
Future opportunities for local builders, artists, vendors, and nonprofit partners.
ROOTS & RISE UP REGISTRATION
Get connected for future events and chess activities.
Scan the code with your phone or open the registration form. Confirmed dates and event details will be shared separately.
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THE BIGGER VISION
One stage. Many opportunities.
WHAT WE BUILD AROUND
Real events for real impact.
WHY EVENTS MATTER
People need places to connect.
A strong community needs safe, active, face-to-face spaces where people can meet, learn, perform, compete, support, and grow.
HOW WE MOVE
Start local. Build bigger.
The events can begin with local showcases, chess meetups, family days, sponsor outreach, and community partnerships, then expand into larger city-by-city programs.
EVENT PATH
From idea to live experience.
Plan the event
Choose the event type, audience, venue idea, date range, and basic mission.
Build the team
Add volunteers, sponsors, performers, partners, vendors, and local supporters.
Launch the experience
Promote, organize, host, document, and turn each event into the next opportunity.
NEXT LEVEL