Rising Ground is a leading nonprofit organization providing children, adults and families in need in the New York City Area with the resources and skills needed to rise above adversity and positively direct their lives. Gold Winner of the Nonprofit Excellence Awards, Leake & Watts provides innovative and results-driven programs including education from early childhood to high school, family support and stabilization, intellectual/developmental disabilities services, foster care, community-based health initiatives, and juvenile justice services through the support of over 1300 dedicated staff. Our work is a positive force in the lives of more than 11,000 individuals annually through 43 programs at 27 sites with an annual budget of over $100 million. Significant program expansion is currently underway with overall growth for the coming year expected to exceed 10%. In addition, we are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusivity. We deeply value the full spectrum of background, viewpoints and experiences of all our employees.
