About Us

At the Rising Rose Foundation, we believe the most meaningful change begins right here—within our own neighborhoods, among our own people. Every season, we focus on a key area of need in our community, guided by compassion, connection, and the desire to lift others up when life feels heavy.

We are proud to share just a few of the real ways your generosity is making a difference. While we protect the privacy of the families we serve by not sharing names, their stories are a testament to what happens when we show up for one another.

💚 Health Initiative

Healing begins with help.
We support individuals facing health challenges with practical aid—like covering medical bills, transportation to critical appointments, and alternative therapies when traditional systems fall short.

This year:

• A local breast cancer survivor will receive a donated paramedical tattoo to complete her healing journey—a cosmetic procedure that helps restore dignity and confidence after reconstructive surgery.

• Proceeds from our Spring Wellness Event will directly support local families with urgent health-related needs, including transportation, treatment costs, and out-of-pocket care.

🏡 Home Initiative

Everyone deserves a safe, functional home.
We partner with generous local businesses and tradespeople to meet urgent home needs for families who require immediate support.

This year:

• A family living without clean drinking or running water received a brand new well installation, thanks to the incredible generosity of Epping Well & Pump.

• We’re assisting a man with mobility challenges by making accessibility improvements to his home so he can live with greater independence and dignity.

🌽 Harvest Initiative

Feeding hope. Sharing abundance.
Our fall outreach is focused on hunger relief, food access, and highlighting the importance of local agriculture.

This year:

• We’re launching a canned food drive in partnership with local food banks identified as most in need.

• We’re raising awareness around the value of supporting local farms and their role in community well-being.

• We’re providing full holiday meals to families who might otherwise go without.

🎁 Holiday Initiative

Delivering joy during the hardest seasons.
Our community came together to create an unforgettable holiday experience for families in need—bringing warmth, light, and love into their homes.

Last year:

• We provided four Rockingham County families with gifts, meals, décor, and heartfelt surprises, ensuring they felt the magic of the season.

• The estimated value of each Christmas donation was over $1,500, made possible through the incredible generosity of our members and donors.

• This year, we plan to go even bigger—expanding our reach and deepening the joy we bring.

✨ This Is What Impact Looks Like

Through every meal, every home repair, and every heartfelt gesture, we’re reminded that real impact doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful. With your continued support, we’ll keep doing the quiet, beautiful work of helping neighbors in need—one story at a time.