Real Stories

“Stories can conquer fear you know. They can make the heart bigger.” Ben Okri

We exist to help young people tell a different story with their lives. Read about how young people have grown in confidence, developed skills, found purpose and achieved something they can be proud of.

Jake

Meet Jake and his passion for bikes…

Bike Club

Meet our amazing Bike Club…

Sophie and Naomi

Meet Sophie and Naomi who set up a café…

Rusty

Meet Rusty, who shared his journey with Rise:61…

Elise

Meet Elise, who comes to our Life Group…

Cam

Meet Cam, who has learnt to go after his dreams…

Festive Fiesta

Meet the team that brought Christmas cheer…

Luke

Meet Luke and his bike fixing skills…

Tom

Meet Tom, who is passionate about free running…