We are committed to helping students; particularly young girls, R.I.S.E. above obstacles, seek opportunities to enhance learning, and use their passion to make connections in the community and beyond.
Girls on the Rise™, is a sustainable organization that is committed to providing additional support to Black and Brown girls grades 4th and higher. Girls enrolled in the program receive academic, cultural, emotional, and social support. Rometha’s goal is to enrich and strengthen the whole girl as she continues to discover her divine self-worth and ultimate purpose in life.
Mission:
To guide young girls to greatness and walk confidently into young womanhood.
Vision:
We are committed to helping students; particularly young girls, R.I.S.E. above obstacles, seek opportunities to enhance learning, and use their passion to make connections in the community and beyond.
Meet Our Founder
With a relentless commitment to empowering young minds and redefining public education, Rometha Gilmore stands as a beacon of hope and progress. Join her in building a future where every child has the opportunity to rise, thrive, and lead.
Girls on the Rise is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded by Rometha, a lifelong resident of Ocala, Florida. Rometha’s journey is a testament to resilience and determination. Raised and educated through the Marion County Public School System, she faced the challenges of being a teen mother, giving birth to her first child at 15 and her second before graduating high school. Despite these obstacles, she refused to let her circumstances define her future.
What Does It Take for a Girl to R.I.S.E.?
To R.I.S.E. means to embody the following principles:
1. Respect: Valuing oneself and others, fostering a foundation of mutual appreciation and understanding.
2. Integrity: Striving to be one's best self by making ethical choices and staying true to one’s values.
3. Strength: Demonstrating resilience and courage to overcome challenges and persevere through adversity.
4. Education: Recognizing the power of knowledge as a pathway to personal growth, success, and empowerment,
These pillars form the foundation for helping young girls realize their full potential and rise above any obstacle.
Programs
Want to get involved in our mission?
We invite you to join Girls on the Rise™ in empowering Black and Brown girls from 4th grade and beyond as they navigate their educational and personal journeys. Your unique skills, time, or support can make a significant difference in providing these young women with the academic, cultural, emotional, and social guidance they need to thrive. Together, we can help them embrace their divine self-worth and discover their ultimate purpose in life.