Latest News From RISE
Meg Miller. Advocate. Friend.
It is with a heavy heart to report that Meg Miller, Respite Center extraordinaire, friend, and advocate passed away on August 9th, 2017 at Agrace Hospice. In addition to many positive aspects that Meg brought to those that met her, she leaves behind the legacy of the...
Community Partnerships & Center for Families finalize merger with new agency name
RISE- Helping Community & Family Thrive. Community Partnerships and Center for Families announced the name and logo of the newly merged agency at our 5/19/17 Circle of Hope fundraiser. RISE was chosen as the new agency name because it symbolizes determination,...
Community Partnerships’ early childhood services in the spotlight!
Community Partnerships' early childhood programs, Early Childhood Initiative, Welcome Baby, and Parent-Child Home Program, are a few of the community-based services included in Dane County's newest "Early Childhood Zone" on Madison's north side. The aim of the Early...
Register Now! Supporting Transgender & Gender Expansive Youth Conference
Registration now open for the day-long conference on Supporting Transgender & Gender Expansive Youth happening on Saturday, May 6th from 9 AM-4:30 PM at Edgewood College. This conference is geared towards youth, families, LGBTQ allies, school district staff, and...
It’s official, we’re merged! Now what?
It's official- we merged with Center for Families on April 1st, 2017! So where are the balloons and confetti? We're waiting until Circle of Hope on May 19th to really celebrate and announce our merger details and new identity as one organization. Until then, you will...
“My Feelings Matter” Statewide Poster Contest!
National Children's Mental Health Week is May 1st-5th and our friends at the Children Mental Health Matters Coalition are hosting the annual "My Feelings Matter" poster contest. Children and youth (preschool aged through high school) are encouraged to create a poster...
Have you heard? We’re merging!
If you received our recent annual appeal letter, then you read that Community Partnerships is currently in the process of merging with another local non-profit, Center for Families, on 4/1/2017. This opportunity brings growth and enrichment for both organizations, as...
New Year, New Opportunities for Community Partnerships & Center for Families
If you received our annual appeal in December, then you may already be aware of the exciting opportunity that Community Partnerships is in the midst of a merger with another local non-profit, Center for Families, whose mission is to partner with parents in their...
Latino Teen Health Bash- December 10th!
The Latino Health Council is organizing a free event on December 10th from 10:30 AM- 4:00 PM at Bethel Lutheran Church (312 Wisconsin Ave, Madison, WI) for youth ages 11-17 to learn about healthy relationships, family, and education. Check out the flyers here in...
Sorge CPA & Business Advisors: making back to school a little easier for families
Families and individuals served by Community Partnerships' programs were the very grateful recipients of a variety of school supplies, household items, and personal care items, purchased by community advocate, Kristin Sorenson with funds donated by local business,...
NAMIwalks & Mental Illness Awareness Week
Community Partnerships' staff, friends, and family members kicked off Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 2-8) by participating in the 14th annual NAMIwalks at Olin Turville Park on Sunday October 2, 2016.. NAMIwalks is a fundraising and mental health awareness...
Coming in October! Supporting Transgender & Gender Expansive Youth Conference
Join other community members, parents, and professionals on Saturday, October 1st, 2016 for a day-long conference focusing on the experiences of children and youth who are transgender or gender expansive. The "Supporting Transgender & Gender Expansive Youth...
Check out our new look!
We are excited to announce the launch of our new website this week! Our new site is easier to navigate (especially on a smart phone or tablet) and offers program and agency information in a clean and organized format. We've tried to keep important information in the...
Madison Mallards & NAMI Dane County. Get your tickets now!
NAMI Dane County will be featured at the Madison Mallards baseball game on July 27th at 7 PM. Tickets are $15 and $5 of every ticket will be donated directly to NAMI Dane County. Support mental health awareness and recovery in your community, and have a great time...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! How will you show your support?
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the first week in May (5/2-5/6) is Children's Mental Health Awareness Week. We've pulled together a list of activities and events happening in the Madison area during May that support and promote mental health awareness and...
UnityPoint Health-Meriter supports Community Partnerships
UnityPoint Health-Meriter presented Community Partnerships Director, Scott Strong, with a donation of $2500 to support the work of Community Partnerships in advancing mental health and wellness in our community. Pictured in the donation presentation is Community...