Our Mission
The RISE Drug Free MKE coalition raises awareness of substance (mis)use, and, through inclusive education, elevates our entire community, from our youth to our elders, out of the harms caused by substance (mis)use.
Established in 2011, the RISE Drug Free MKE coalition (formerly MCSAP) exists to raise awareness to elevate youth in Milwaukee County through education, and to lift the entire community out of harms caused by substance use. With our coalition partners we will RISE to provide youth with Resources for Inclusive Substance Education. RISE is more than a name: It is a call to action, and a promise of the direction we're moving in as a community, together.
Our 2025 Impact
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Youth Participating in LifeSkills Classes
745
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Impressions Generated by Holiday Social Media Campaign
2,800,000
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Alcohol Age Compliance Checks at Local Retailers
174
From the Blog
June is Men’s Mental Health Month, and while conversations around mental health have become more common, the way emotional pain can show up in men’s lives is still not discussed enough.
So many of us are trying to be there for men in our lives, yet it’s easy to ignore or overlook our men who are turning to alcohol or other drugs instead of reaching out to their loved ones or professionals for help.
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Today we’re going to discuss everything you need to know about Memorial Day: where it came from, why it’s important and how you can honor our nation’s heroes today.



