Paul Robinson, Executive Director of RISE, emphasized the significance of initiatives like the CDW and Innovation Challenge in addressing pressing community needs and driving positive change. “By shaping resilient communities through collaboration and innovation, we can pave the way for a more prosperous future,” said Robinson.

The CDW and Innovation Challenge are generously supported by Sentara Health. For more information, please visit liscrisecdw.com.

About LISC Hampton Roads

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) is a national nonprofit that provides financing and support for community development around the country. As one of 38 local offices, LISC Hampton Roads works with local government, community development corporations, and other nonprofits to revitalize neighborhoods and catalyze opportunity. With residents and partners, LISC Hampton Roads forges resilient and inclusive communities in Hampton Roads — contributing to regional efforts to create great places to live, work, visit, do business, and raise families.

About RISE

RISE is a Virginia-based nonprofit dedicated to finding, funding and scaling innovative solutions for coastal communities facing the impacts of flooding and other climate-related challenges. Since 2018, RISE has deployed over $7 million to support more than 35 businesses and established the only ecosystem and living lab for coastal resilience entrepreneurs.

LISC Hampton Roads & RISE Workshop Unites Stakeholders to Identify Top Resilience Threats for Vulnerable Communities

Community Resilience Challenge Design Workshop (CDW) explores far-reaching topics and sets the stage for an upcoming innovation challenge.