The Autumn Rise Foundation, Inc is a 501(c)(3) women-centered, educational, and charitable non-profit organization created to spread awareness about the daily challenges women face with an emphasis on women from the greater Rochester community. Our purpose is to instill the importance of knowledge and perseverance in women through educational meetings, scholarships, and open discussions on issues that affect women. We strive to help women RISE above adversity and encourage them to seek opportunities that will improve their socioeconomic status. What does it mean to RISE? • R – Recognize and Reward • I – Investigate and Inform • S – Service and Strengthen • E – Enlighten and Engage