Creating a
healthier Missouri
Next to Rise is a youth-led program that gives high school students a platform to work together to create positive change in Missouri. The program is a policy-focused health initiative funded by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
How students can get involved
All students at a partnering high school or organization are invited to join Next to Rise. Members of the program will push for health-forward change across Missouri.
Based on how involved you are with the program, you’ll grow as a leader and gain valuable skills from community service. You can even earn rewards like leadership experience, community service hours, scholarships, and more!
Ready to serve and uplift your community? Apply to join Next to Rise on our For Students page.
Leadership experience
Community service hours
Scholarships
Rewards
How organizations can become partners
Next to Rise connects with Missouri schools, clubs, and community organizations to become partners. Together, we’ll tackle important and relevant public health and policy issues.
Interested in partnering with us and serving Missouri communities? Apply now on our For Partners page.
Partners
can earn up to $2000
for participation!
Current efforts
Next to Rise aims to increase the number of indoor public spaces that are 100% smoke and vape-free in Missouri.