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It seems hard to believe that just a couple of weeks ago everything was under a 12 inch blanket of snow. Yet, as the grip of winter fades and the newness of spring begins to unfold, we are surrounded by reminders of new life. The trees begin to bud, flowers push through the soil, and the earth seems to awaken after a long season of rest. But for those of us who follow Jesus Christ, spring is more than just a change in seasons—it is a powerful reflection of the greatest truth

At Rise Up Recovery, we exist to redeem lives and restore dignity. That mission requires more than funding. It requires relationship . In recent years, many nonprofits—including ours—have experienced the volatility of government funding streams. Grants appear. Grants disappear. Political winds change and budgets tighten. We’ve seen this happen recently in Minnesota with the delay of Medicare payments. Meanwhile, the people we serve do not disappear. Their need does not pause

My name is Ernest Stellingwerff, and I serve as the Interim Executive Director at Rise Up Recovery. As many of you know, Tiffany Neuharth has stepped down to dedicate more time to her family and her new endeavor, Lionheart Wellness & Recovery, where she provides addiction counselling services. It is a privilege to assume this role following Tiffany’s impactful leadership, and I am committed to carrying forward the valuable initiatives she created while she served at Rise Up R