RISE Program

RISE Program is sponsored by United Way of Merced County Inc. (sponsored by Central California Alliance for Health). This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.

RISE Program — United Way of Merced County THIS PROGRAM IS SPONSORED BY: RISE is a United Way of Merced County initiative designed to strengthen health and human service organizations by providing fractional staffing, shared systems, and hands-on operational support . We don’t offer one-time trainings or toolkits. We provide people, infrastructure, and follow-through .

RISE exists because many organizations doing critical health work don’t lack vision or commitment, they lack time, staff capacity, and sustainable systems . Our model addresses that gap directly. This program is currently sponsored by the Central California Alliance for Health.

A simple, repeatable process that builds real capacity through embedded staffing and shared systems. We identify strengths, gaps, and immediate priorities across finance, administration, marketing, and leadership readiness. Together, we build a realistic roadmap aligned with your mission, capacity, and the current funding environment.

RISE provides trained professionals—part-time or project-based—embedded into operations to help complete priority work. We implement shared tools, templates, and systems that reduce duplication and professionalize day-to-day operations. Ongoing Support & Coaching We stay engaged—adjusting, troubleshooting, and strengthening systems over time so capacity sticks.

The result: reduced administrative burden, stronger infrastructure, and organizations that can focus on impact—not paperwork. Current RISE Service Areas We help with bookkeeping, organizing financial records and reconciliations, and setting up basic reporting so organizations can stay compliant and understand their finances.

We support day-to-day back-office work: organizing documents, improving workflows, and handling administrative tasks. We work with boards and leadership to identify needs, review bylaws and policies, and help organizations operate responsibly and sustainably.

Hands-On Training for Local Nonprofits United Way of Merced County and Cultiva Central Valley are teaming up to offer a powerful series of six-week grant writing workshops throughout the year. These workshops are designed to help nonprofit and community-based organizations build their skills, gain confidence, and access expert guidance—all at no cost. Learn how to read and respond to RFPs and RFAs with clarity and confidence.

Master grant narratives, scopes of work, deliverables, and budget creation. Perfect for beginners—get expert support and leave with a ready-to-submit proposal. Receive personalized coaching and mentorship for the rest of the year.

Free thanks to the Central California Alliance for Health. Limited spots available!