Our Mission

Mission

To ensure no family navigates the road to recovery alone as a result of a crisis and/or disaster in Orange County, Florida.

Vision

To strengthen disaster coordination as the Hub for Orange County, focusing resources to achieve four primary objectives: Prevention, Preparedness, Response, Recovery.

Values

We are committed to providing goodwill and positive contributions to the community. We care about the well-being and safety of every person. 

Our values are: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence.

Course of Action

Prevention

Increasing Awareness of available resources

Preparedness

Community Education and Outreach

Response

Reducing the loss of property by addressing immediate threats

Recovery

Aims to return the disaster impacted area to pre-disaster status

RISE serves Orange County

Orange County, Florida, is a populous county with a 1.5 million-strong community, spanning 1,003 square miles. Homeownership is at 56%, but there’s a 15% poverty rate, underscoring the need for support. 

RISE Orange County is a non-profit organization dedicated to disaster coordination and community welfare, receiving substantial financial support. They’ve helped assess and address home damage and empower communities with disaster preparedness workshops. 

In 2023, RISE Orange County unveiled a strategic plan focused on prevention, preparation, and community promotion, fostering a brighter future.