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Ella Rises
Empowering The Youth

Helping girls rise with art, STEM & culture

Ella Rises walks with Latina girls as they grow in confidence, embrace their heritage, and prepare for college and meaningful careers through mariachi, ballet folklorico, STEAM workshops, and mentoring.

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150+
Young women served annually
4
Signature programs
100%
Culturally rooted
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Ella Rises summit participants
STEAM workshop activity
Girls learning together
Ballet folklorico dancers

Our Programs

Through art, music, and STEAM, we create experiences that celebrate heritage while preparing young women for higher education and leadership.

Ballet Folklorico dancers

Ballet Folklorico

Our art program fosters joy, confidence, and creative self-expression rooted in culture through Latin American Folk dance. Girls ages 11-18, Mondays at 7pm.

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Mariachi student

Mariachi

A female mariachi band! Learn violin, trumpet, guitarrón, vihuela, and guitar. All levels welcome. Mondays 5:30-6:45pm. $45 annual fee.

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Summit and Educational Pathways

Summit + Pathways

A day camp packed with art, STEM, and education focus! Conclude with a tour of a local university or technical college.

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STEAM workshop

STEAM

Virtual and in-person workshops in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Partnered with Thanksgiving Point, UVU, and BYU.

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Our Impact

We're building a community where young Latinas can thrive, break barriers, and become the leaders of tomorrow.

150+
Girls served each year
90%
Report increased confidence
85%
Plan to pursue higher education

Upcoming Events

Join us for workshops, performances, and community gatherings.

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STEM

Data Science Study Group

Nov 10, 2021

Community Center Room A

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"I've been able to inspire myself. Even though there's all these things in life that just stop you, you can still do it and you can work a way around it."

— Indrid Jaime, Ella Rises Participant