Rise Above Religious Trauma

HOPE • HEAL • THRIVE
About Us

Our Nonprofit supports the healing and recovery of all individuals affected by religious trauma.

THIS IS A BATTLE THAT CANNOT BE WON ALONE!  Religious trauma affects all nations, ethnicities, classes of people and religious affiliations.  This type of trauma is particularly damaging to our LGBTQ+ community.  It not only destroys individual lives, but it destroys families as well, often spanning multiple generations.  Together, we have the power to transform lives in three meaningful ways by providing hope, healing and the tools to thrive.

OUR SERVICES

We provide three essential services:

hope
Uplifting Social Events
Heal
Online Support Groups
thrive
Individual Development Plans
Join us

Come start your journey to a happy and fulfilling life. Sign up and become part of our family.

Events

We organize inclusive events for our community.

MAY 11, 2025

We’re firing up the grill, chilling the drinks, and setting the stage for a fantastic day of food, fun and festivities.

JULY 19-20, 2025

Join us at the Pride Festival and stop by the Rise Above Booth, where you can celebrate love, diversity, and the vibrant LGBTQ+ community with us!

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025

Join us for our inaugural fundraiser!  This event marks the beginning of our journey – a celebration of resilience, unity and unwavering hope for a brighter future.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025

Join us for a heart-warming Turkey Day Celebration as we gather to express gratitude, share delicious food, and create lasting memories.

Rise above the storm and you will find the sunshine.

- Mario Fernandez

Want to make a difference?

Help us raise money to provide the support that is so desperately needed.