Care Packages have now been delivered to 362 young adults who are defying the odds by enrolling in college or a vocational program beyond high school. Thank you to generous donations, each box was was filled with study snacks, hygiene and school supplies, gift cards and encouraging notes and cards!
We were excited to team up with The Hanover Insurance Group this year to help us fill the care packages. Check out clips from their amazing volunteers hard at work for a great cause: See the volunteers in action
How can I help? Consider holding a drive with your friends or community group or organize a collection at your workplace. We’ll be accepting donations for our spring care packages starting in January 2026. The full list of items we need is here. Email us to arrange a drop-off or pick-up. Monetary donations and gift cards are also always needed. Send gift cards to us at PO Box 174, Northbridge, MA 01534. E-gift cards can be sent to info@weriseabove.org.
How can I get a care package? Or, I know someone who would love to receive a care package: Check back here in the early spring for the sign-up link for our next batch of packages.
