Now Accepting Summer Camp Applications!Rise is now accepting applications for summer camp. The Summer HELP (Hightstown-East Windsor Learning Partners) Enrichment Program runs from July 6-August 7, 8:00am-4:30 pm. It includes breakfast, lunch, math and science enrichment, sports, field trips, and swimming! Early and late pick-ups are optional. To register, please complete our:
Summer HELP Registration Form (English) or
Summer HELP Registation Form (Spanish) Then return the form to: Summer HELP Registration...
Read More!Greater Goods Thrift Store Moves to New Location!Greater Goods Thrift Store has two exciting announcements! First, we are going to “Rise” and shine in a new location! We moved to 114 Rogers Street in Hightstown. We are now open for business in our new space with a fresh new look. Second, in response to the economy and the competitive work search environment, we want to help by introducing a new department: “Dress for The Job You Want.”...
Read More!Fit for Life 5K & Fitness Fair a Success!Our Fit for Life 5K & Fitness Fair was a thrilling success! On Saturday, April 4th, more than 130 participants ran through the beautiful, tree-lined streets of Hightstown, New Jersey. Two entrants broke their personal records, and one of the winners anonymously donated her prize money back to Rise. (Thank you!) The Celebration of Good Health Fair, in partnership with HAMA and St. Anthony's Church, drew more than 300 people....
Read More!Good News for Donors Ages 70+: IRA Charitable Rollover RestoredQualifying Americans can once again donate directly to their favorite charities from their individual retirement accounts without counting those contributions as taxable income. The
IRA Charitable Rollover giving incentive, now in effect through 2009, enables individuals aged 70½ and older to contribute up to $100,000 tax-free from their Individual Retirement Accounts and Roth IRAs....
Read More!Mayors Host Food Drive to Stock Rise PantryThanks to East Windsor Township Mayor Janice Mironov and Hightstown Borough Mayor Robert Patten for sponsoring a New Year's Food Drive to support our food pantry, operated in partnership with St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. All food will be distributed to local individuals and families. Non-perishable food can be donated through January 31st at the locations below:
- In East Windsor Township: Municipal Building (16 Lanning Boulevard) during regular... Read More!
