Together, we’re building stronger, more connected communities,
‍ one meaningful connection at a time.

Connect 2 Rise Inc

Support Altadena Wildfire Victims - From Crisis to Recovery

The Catastrophic Impact of the Eaton Canyon Fire:

The Eaton Canyon Fire has become one of the most destructive in California's history, with devastating statistics that highlight the urgent need for community support:

- More than 9,400 structures have been destroyed and over 1,000 damaged

- Over 13,690 acres burned across Altadena and Pasadena
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As resources are depleted by the minute and relief efforts become overcrowded with non-fire victims as the city is grappling with economic needs, Connect 2 Rise is taking action to ensure genuine Altadena fire victims receive the direct support they urgently need.

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Help Transform Victims into Survivors
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To help our community, Connect 2 Rise Inc has created a Wildfire Crisis Relief Fund to support our neighbors affected by this catastrophic event.
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‍The path from devastation to recovery isn't just about rebuilding structures—it's about rebuilding lives. With your support, we can help our neighbors transition from victims of circumstance to survivors who thrive.

Consider making a donation via Connect 2 Rise PayPal Account.

Link below will take you to our fiscal sponsor: Institute for Education, Research, and Scholarships where all financial donations are logged for this initiative.

Donate HERE

*Donation made via link or to our Fiscal Sponsor will be 100 Percent Tax-Deductible. The fiscal sponsor is 501(c)(3) nonprofit Institute for Education, Research, and Scholarships (IFERS).

Zelle, Check, Bank Transfer and Other Donation Options Are Available, Please Contact Us For More Information

Buy Nothing Giveaway Event

Date: 5/10/2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Theme: Infants, Tots, and Small Kids

Event Registration Is Full; Registration Is Closed

The Buy Nothing Giveaway Event is specially designed to support mothers with young children who have been permanently displaced due to fire damage in Altadena or Pasadena. This Mother's Day weekend, our community-driven initiative aims to provide essential items at no cost to help moms rebuild their lives and care for their little ones.

Please note: Each family may register only once for this event. Because our resources are limited, ongoing support is reserved for permanently displaced families.

Address verification will be required upon entry to maintain the integrity of the event.

Who Are We?

Connect 2 Rise Inc. believe everyone deserves connection and support. We combat the loneliness epidemic by breaking isolation cycles, creating accessible resources, and building bridges between people, generations, and organizations. We focus on underserved communities where isolation runs deepest, transforming disconnection into belonging so individuals can move from survival to thriving.

Why Focus On Loneliness and Isolation Within Our Society?

"We've mastered connecting online while forgetting how to connect in person."

We see it every day, though we rarely name it. The neighbor who hasn't spoken to anyone in weeks. The teenager scrolling endlessly through social media while feeling utterly alone. The elder whose only conversation each day is with the grocery clerk. Loneliness touches us all—not as some abstract concept, but as a lived reality that shapes our days and health in profound ways.

"Our bodies know when we're disconnected, even when our minds try to deny it."

When we lack meaningful connection, our bodies know it. Our hearts work harder, our immune systems weaken, and our minds become battlegrounds for anxious thoughts. Research tells us something our grandparents intuitively understood: we need each other to be well. People experiencing chronic loneliness face the same health risks as smoking 15 cigarettes daily—not just emotionally, but in their physical bodies.

"We've never been more connected digitally, yet never felt more alone."

We live in a world where we can instantly message someone across the globe, yet struggle to know our next-door neighbors. We collect hundreds of online connections while yearning for just one person who truly sees us. Despite our digital connections, the average American reports having just one close confidant they can turn to in crisis—down from three just a generation ago.

"When communities lose connection, everything suffers—from schools to workplaces to neighborhoods."

When loneliness spreads, entire communities suffer. Healthcare costs rise. Workplaces become less productive and creative. Neighborhoods lose their connective tissue. Schools report more behavioral problems. The fabric that holds us together—from PTA meetings to community gatherings to faith communities—slowly unravels, leaving us all more vulnerable.

"Our ability to solve tomorrow's problems depends on rebuilding our connections today."

In a world facing complex challenges, from climate change to political division, our ability to solve problems together depends on our connections to each other. By rebuilding the bridges between us—person to person, generation to generation, group to group—we create the foundation needed not just for individual wellbeing, but for our collective future.

Loneliness & Social Isolation is Real...

30%

of adults say they have experienced feelings of loneliness at least once a week over the past year

10%

of adults say they have experienced feelings of loneliness everyday

30%

of Americans aged 18-34 saying they were lonely every day or several times a week

According to 2024 Poll, American Psychiatric Association (APA)

SUPPORT WE PROVIDE

Connect 2 Rise offer a range of services designed to combat loneliness and foster supportive and meaningful connections:

Support Circles Groups & Events

A diverse selection of social gatherings, including coffee mornings, day trips, and art workshops, tailored to provide enjoyable opportunities for people to connect and form supportive relationships.

Support Group & Safe Spaces

Creation of safe, empathetic environments where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued, contributing to a sense of belonging and community.

Resource Building

Access and opportunity to obtain resources and information to help individuals manage social isolation and improve their overall mental health and well-being.

Active Social Circles

Join us for dynamic events where empowerment meets action.

Our events are designed to not only raise funds but also to increase awareness and foster a sense of community.

The Connected Collective: Women Entrepreneurs Monthly Circle

Our circle brings together passionate business women in various stages of their entrepreneurial journey, creating a supportive space where authentic relationships flourish and collective wisdom drives individual success.

Her Haven - Her Haven: Monthly Circle Meetup for Women, By Women

Our meetups are all about creating a safe, welcoming space where you can let your guard down and be yourself. No scripted meetings. No pre-set topics that feel boring or unhelpful. Just a group of women coming together to share what’s on our hearts and minds—whatever that looks like for you in the moment.

Reserve A Seat

Upcoming Events & Meetups

Our events are designed to not only raise funds but also to increase awareness and foster a sense of community.

Grab A Seat, Get A Ticket Here!

Together, we’re building stronger, more connected communities,
‍ one meaningful connection at a time.

Support Altadena Wildfire Victims - From Crisis to Recovery

Buy Nothing Giveaway Event

Date: 5/10/2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Theme: Infants, Tots, and Small Kids

Event Registration Is Full; Registration Is Closed

Please note: Each family may register only once for this event. Because our resources are limited, ongoing support is reserved for permanently displaced families.

Address verification will be required upon entry to maintain the integrity of the event.

Who Are We?

Why Focus On Loneliness and Isolation Within Our Society?

"We've mastered connecting online while forgetting how to connect in person."

"Our bodies know when we're disconnected, even when our minds try to deny it."

"We've never been more connected digitally, yet never felt more alone."

"When communities lose connection, everything suffers—from schools to workplaces to neighborhoods."

"Our ability to solve tomorrow's problems depends on rebuilding our connections today."

Loneliness & Social Isolation is Real...

30%

10%

30%

SUPPORT WE PROVIDE

Active Social Circles

Join us for dynamic events where empowerment meets action.

The Connected Collective: Women Entrepreneurs Monthly Circle

Her Haven - Her Haven: Monthly Circle Meetup for Women, By Women

Upcoming Events & Meetups

Our events are designed to not only raise funds but also to increase awareness and foster a sense of community.

Fire Survivor Support Group

OPEN MIC: Soul Space Sundays ~ Unplugged & Unleashed

Her Haven - Sister Circle Group

Tea, Talk & Transformations: Mental Health Awareness Month

We The Culture - Juneteenth Celebration - Pasadena Game & Open Mic Night

Contact us

Support Our First Community Safe Space: Make a Donation Today!

— Christopher Germer

— Meghan Daum

Core Values

Sign up for our newsletter

"Our fiscal sponsor is 501(c)(3) nonprofit Institute for Education, Research, and Scholarships (IFERS)."

Useful links

Our contacts

Together, we’re building stronger, more connected communities,‍ one meaningful connection at a time.

Support Altadena Wildfire Victims - From Crisis to Recovery

Buy Nothing Giveaway EventDate: 5/10/2025Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMTheme: Infants, Tots, and Small KidsEvent Registration Is Full; Registration Is Closed

Please note: Each family may register only once for this event. Because our resources are limited, ongoing support is reserved for permanently displaced families. Address verification will be required upon entry to maintain the integrity of the event.

Who Are We?

Why Focus On Loneliness and Isolation Within Our Society?

"We've mastered connecting online while forgetting how to connect in person."

"Our bodies know when we're disconnected, even when our minds try to deny it."

"We've never been more connected digitally, yet never felt more alone."

"When communities lose connection, everything suffers—from schools to workplaces to neighborhoods."

"Our ability to solve tomorrow's problems depends on rebuilding our connections today."

Loneliness & Social Isolation is Real...

30%

10%

30%

SUPPORT WE PROVIDE

Active Social Circles

Join us for dynamic events where empowerment meets action.

The Connected Collective: Women Entrepreneurs Monthly Circle

Her Haven - Her Haven: Monthly Circle Meetup for Women, By Women

Upcoming Events & Meetups

Our events are designed to not only raise funds but also to increase awareness and foster a sense of community.

Fire Survivor Support Group

OPEN MIC: Soul Space Sundays ~ Unplugged & Unleashed

Her Haven - Sister Circle Group

Tea, Talk & Transformations: Mental Health Awareness Month

We The Culture - Juneteenth Celebration - Pasadena Game & Open Mic Night

Contact us

Support Our First Community Safe Space: Make a Donation Today!

— Christopher Germer

— Meghan Daum

Core Values

Sign up for our newsletter

"Our fiscal sponsor is 501(c)(3) nonprofit Institute for Education, Research, and Scholarships (IFERS)."

Useful links

Our contacts

Together, we’re building stronger, more connected communities,
‍ one meaningful connection at a time.

Buy Nothing Giveaway Event

Date: 5/10/2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Theme: Infants, Tots, and Small Kids

Event Registration Is Full; Registration Is Closed

Please note: Each family may register only once for this event. Because our resources are limited, ongoing support is reserved for permanently displaced families.

Address verification will be required upon entry to maintain the integrity of the event.