It is our belief that
No one should have to choose between parenthood and an education.
While we can’t fix the system that puts single parents at an economic disadvantage, we can help level the playing field by providing meaningful support to those seeking an education.
Bursaries
We award bursaries in September and January for single parents enrolled in accredited post-secondary institutions, including but not limited to: the University of Manitoba, the University of Winnipeg, and Red River College. As of 2025, we have awarded 29 bursaries totaling over $85,000. Find more information at the links below.
Events & Programming
the rise above bursary program is made possible through both the generous support of people like you and a variety of community-based fundraisers. we’ve hosted dessert nights, trivia events, handmade markets, and more!
Check out these photos from some of our past events! For information about upcoming events, please visit our events page.
About us
RISE ABOVE
Rise Above is run by a small but dedicated army of volunteers because we believe our generous donors want their hard-earned dollars going towards solutions, not salaries.
We are always looking for new volunteers!