Rise Up CBUS!

We're taking community pride to a whole new level! Join us for a Rise Up CBUS! event near you. Learn about resources from city and community partners. Enjoy free food, music and connect with your neighbors. Admission is free. Rise Up CBUS! supports Opportunity Rising - Mayor Andrew J. Ginther's aspirations for every Columbus resident to equitably prosper and grow.

Our 2025 calendar has been released! Join us on the following dates from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m, unless otherwise noted!

Thursday, April 17, 2025  Springhill Baptist Church 2000 E 17th Ave, 43219
Thursday, May 1, 2025 Liberian Community Center 4300 Kimberly Parkway, 43232
Thursday, May 29, 2025 Marion Franklin Center 2801 Lockbourne Rd, 43207
Thursday, June 12, 2025 Triedstone Missionary Baptist 858 E. 3rd Ave, 43201
Thursday, June 26, 2025 Weinland Park 1280 Summit St, 43224
Saturday, July 12, 2025 Jazz in Maloney Park 1701 Joyce Ave, 43219
Thursday, July 24, 2025 Cherry Creek YMCA 600 Fox Ridge St, 43228
Thursday, August 7, 2025 Bethel International UMC 1220 Bethel Rd, 43220
Thursday, August 28, 2025 Fairmoor Elementary School 3281 Mayfair Park Pl,  43213


Learn more about
Opportunity Rising.

For more information or details on potential collaboration opportunities, please contact:

Bruce Black
614-645-8927
BTBlack@columbus.gov

Derrick Hessler
614-645-7116
DJHessler@columbus.gov