CONNECTIONS
A Monthly Newsletter for our Community
April 28, 2022
IN THIS EDITION:
THANK YOU: VALERO ENERGY - BENEFIT BREAKFAST PRESENTING SPONSOR!

ENTER TO WIN: BENEFIT BREAKFAST RAFFLE-THREE FABULOUS PRIZES!

RISE INSPIRE ACADEMY: FINANCIAL LITERACY SERIES-THE GAME OF LIFE
READ: I REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME I TRIED ALCOHOL. I WANTED TO PLAY GROWNUP. I WAS NINE YEARS OLD...

UPDATE: RISE RECOVERY CHARLIE NAYLOR CAMPUS

CELEBRATE: RIOSA!

PURCHASE: RISE RECOVERY FIESTA MEDALS
Rise Recovery's 21st Annual Benefit Breakfast
Thank you Presenting Sponsor: Valero Energy!
For details including tickets and table sponsorships, scan the QR code above or CLICK HERE. If you have questions or prefer to reserve your seat or table over the phone, call Kristin Beno, Development Director, at: 210-227-2634, ext. 108.

We are so excited to have our event live and in-person and expect 500+ community and civic leaders and supporters, LIKE YOU! All proceeds of our largest fundraising event of the year will benefit Rise Recovery's programs serving San Antonio youth, young adults and families in recovery!

BREAKFAST | RAFFLE | UNFORGETTABLE RECOVERY TESTIMONIALS |
KEYNOTE DAMON WEST | A SURPRISE ANNOUNCEMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY | INAUGURAL VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARDS CEREMONY | AND MORE!

Our keynote speaker, Damon West, is bestselling author of "The Change Agent" and "The Coffee Bean" and is passionate about his recovery and sharing the hope with others. We are so excited to bring his message to San Antonio and YOU! Join us for an unforgettable morning at Rise Recovery's 21st Annual Benefit Breakfast at the Westin San Antonio North on May 20, 2022.
ENTER FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!
for your chance to win one of three fabulous prizes! All proceeds of our raffle support the youth, young adults and families we serve in San Antonio! Purchase one raffle ticket for $30 or six for $160!
Raffle winners will be announced at the Benefit Breakfast on May 20th, need not be present to win. Restrictions apply, please click on entry link, above, for details.
Learning the Game of Life
Rise Inspire Academy - Financial Literacy Series
During the month of March, Rise Inspire Academy students participated in a Financial Literacy series which included a trip to Junior Achievement Finance Park in San Antonio. During the month-long series, students also learned about the advantages and drawbacks of using credit. Our students learned balancing your budget is an important part of balancing your life. Follow Rise Inspire Academy on Facebook and Instagram @RiseInspireAcademy.
I remember the first time I tried alcohol. I wanted to play grownup. I was nine years old...
Did you know the strongest risk factor of addiction is age? Did you also know the average age of first use in San Antonio is thirteen? April is Alcohol Awareness Month, but the statistics show youth substance use deserves and requires an ongoing conversation to educate the community on its long-term effects. Experimenting can start out so innocently then head down a path neither chosen, nor understand. Thankfully, this real-life testimony we are sharing with you ends happily. If you or a loved one are struggling, we're here for you, too.

Signs Are Up at the Rise Recovery Charlie Naylor Campus!
Last week exterior signage for the Mays Family Center was delivered! The interior is also starting to take shape and we cannot wait to move in and welcome our community! Stay tuned for our grand opening to be announced in May!
RIOSA 2022: VIVA OUR RECOVERY COMMUNITY!
Fiesta has NIOSA but they do not have RIOSA (Recovery In Ol' San Antone) and supporters like Nigel Williams, aka Heartless The Monster, local rap superstar! This year's event included delicious barbecue with a generous side of fellowship topped off with celebrating recovery!

We are thankful to community supporters like Nigel. He's not only a talent to behold behind the mic, he's also a recovery advocate, Rise Recovery board member and long-time supporter of our mission.

Viva our Recovery Community!

SPEAKING OF FIESTA...
Did you get your Rise Recovery 2022 Fiesta Medal?!? It's not too late and y'all, it spins! Best of all, proceeds benefit the youth, young adults and families we serve, right here in SA!

Big shout out to our amazingly creative and kind friends at GDC Marketing & Ideation for this medal of beauty and heart celebrating our new Rise Recovery Charlie Naylor Campus!

Viva Fiesta! Viva Recovery! 

MAKE AN IMPACT TODAY!
Your support towards our mission directly impacts the lives of youth and families seeking recovery support for substance use issues at low or no cost to them and helps us continue to expand our reach to those in need. There are several gifting options you can choose from including a one-time donation or conveniently schedule a recurring donation through our Friends of Rise Recovery gift plan to have an amount of your choosing automatically withdrawn on a monthly, quarterly or annual basis. We also have a list of needed items if you would like to give an in-kind donation. Click on the button below for details and options:
Thank you for your support!
Let's Stay Connected!
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Whether you pocket-dialed us, your toddler got into your phone apps, or you actually need help, we're here for you no matter what! Call us at 210-227-2634, email us at [email protected] or message us on Facebook @RiseRecovery.
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