RISE is a new kind of organization – one that believes in the capacity, creativity, and ingenuity of Egyptians, and those who love Egypt, to unleash innovative solutions to the country’s biggest development challenges.
What is RISE Egypt?
Global Nonprofit
RISE Egypt is a global nonprofit that is leveraging its network of top experts, investors, and researchers to accelerate entrepreneurship for development in Egypt.
Think and Do Tank
RISE Egypt is a "Think and Do Tank" that links capacity-building with data and research to amplify the efficiency and impact of the Egyptian social innovation community.
Promotes Collaboration
RISE Egypt promotes collaboration across sectors and facilitates important conversations between stakeholders in the private sector, civil society, and policymaking communities about the roles of impact investing, public-private partnerships, and research in accelerating development.
We are inspired by what’s possible today, motivated by what’s needed for tomorrow, and united by a love for Egypt.
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Stay up to date with our exciting progress and help promote and grow our global network.
Think big. Dig deep. Make change.
Our Flagship program: leep For Collaborative impact
LEEP is a platform that connects passionate Egyptian social innovators to professionals and researchers and facilitates the exchange of ideas and resources between them. A community that works collectively to improve the quality of life for individuals and communities across Egypt.
It’s been an inspiring learning journey over the years. Come on a ride with us to discover what brought us to today.
Join a committed and passionate group of Egyptian professionals and innovators transforming Egypt’s tomorrow.
Ambassadors are strategic leaders who amplify our impact by making strategic connections for our work in Egypt.
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
"In the summer of 2014, we launched RISE Egypt. It was built on the basic question: What if we could realize innovation through social entrepreneurship in Egypt?"
In this letter from RISE President, Dr. Mona Mowafi, learn more about what motivated the idea of RISE, and get inspired to join our global community.
TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF
Do you love RISE Egypt’s mission but not sure where you fit yet? OR you’re too busy to give now but would like us to call on you later? No problem at all! We understand life is full and we want to make giving back to Egypt easy.
By filling out the global network form, we can learn a little more about your professional background and ability to connect with RISE programs and research in various ways. We’ll then reach out to you when there are specific opportunities we think are a good fit. We look forward to hearing from you!
by the Community, for the Community
RISE Egypt was founded as an organization by the community, for the community. We can only RISE with your support. We are proud that we built our founding years on the power of small donations from individuals like you, and this year, as we power up toward our 10 year anniversary (in 2023!), we need you more than ever. We would love to have you in our community of sustainers, joining forces to grow our impact together.
“The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing
would suffice to solve most of the world’s problems. ”
RISE Egypt is a 501c3 nonprofit organization registered in the state of MA (tax ID: 46-3444755).
Our Egypt-based consulting office is located in downtown Cairo (registration #: 119931)
All donations are tax-deductible in the U.S.
Become a monthly sustainer
By making a monthly donation, you provide RISE with a strong foundation to build our programming over time.
Every monthly gift makes a huge impact. Together as a community, we can and will make a positive difference for Egypt.
Power-up RISE with a one-time donation
RISE is powered by you, our global community. We must work together to create the change we want to see in the world around us.
By joining the RISE community of givers, you are helping to accelerate innovation and development in Egypt, and you are joining hundreds of other like-minded, high-impact individuals who understand that the future is ours to mold.