The Springfield Urban League’s Rapid Intervention for Survivor Empowerment (R.I.S.E.) provides financial assistance, advocacy, and support to immediate family members of victims of violent crimes and violent crime survivors. R.I.S.E. is designed to alleviate the hardships families face due to homicides and severe gun violence.
Fill out the form to inquire about R.I.S.E services
Available Financial Assistance: Each qualifying household may be eligible to receive up to $1,500 in vendor‐paid support for funeral/burial costs, utilities and rental assistance, until funds run out.
How to Apply
Immediate family or next of kin must work with a victim advocate to determine eligibility for emergency stabilization payments.
A special voicemail box is available when you dial our front desk, to keep your inquiry about this program secure.
Eligibility Criteria
Financial assistance through the Rapid Intervention for Survivor Empowerment (R.I.S.E.) program
