Fireside Forums/Events
At RiseUP, our events are designed to spark connection, share insight, and build community around the mission of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Our signature Fireside Forums are warm, engaging online conversations with experts who light the way on topics that matter to caregivers, case managers, and professionals in the IDD field. In addition to these forums, we host community-centered gatherings that promote awareness, foster inclusion, and invite others to support our work through service, sponsorship, and celebration.
Upcoming Events: Join us for these upcoming opportunities to connect, learn, and engage with the RiseUP community.
Past Events & Recordings: Catch up on inspiring moments and valuable insights from previous RiseUP Events.
Upcoming events
- November 19, 2025
- Fireside Forums
As Medicaid structures continue to shift and funding becomes increasingly uncertain, organizations like RiseUP face a critical challenge: how do we maintain the quality, safety, and dignity of care our participants deserve when essential infrastructure is no longer fully supported?
Past Events
- December 5, 2025
- Fireside Forums
Discover how RiseUP’s supported employment program helps adults with disabilities in Colorado find meaningful work, build confidence, and thrive in inclusive workplaces.
- December 5, 2025
- Fireside Forums
Discover simple, practical ways families can build daily independence at home. Learn how small routines help children and adults with disabilities grow in confidence and self-reliance.
- December 5, 2025
- Fireside Forums
Learn the truth behind common myths about IEPs and how parents in Colorado can confidently advocate for their child’s education and success.
- December 5, 2025
- Fireside Forums
Learn what a Person-Centered Plan is, how it empowers individuals with disabilities, and how families in Colorado can help create one that reflects real goals and independence.
- December 5, 2025
- Fireside Forums
A step-by-step guide to Colorado’s most important disability resources, programs, and contacts — helping families find support with confidence.
- December 5, 2025
- Fireside Forums
A practical guide for Colorado families helping loved ones with disabilities transition from high school to adult services, programs, and supports.
- November 13, 2017
- Fireside Forums
It was a chilly and windy Saturday morning when trucks full of Cragmor Christian Church volunteers showed up at the Roundup School ready to begin our fall clean-up project.
- August 7, 2017
- Fireside Forums
We received this touching letter from one of our students at the end of the summer school session, little does she know we will miss her just as much as she will miss us!
- September 9, 2016
- Fireside Forums
Stephan Fury is a young man who participates in our Community Connections program in Colorado Springs. He was recently awarded a certificate for completing 100 hours of volunteer work.
- June 14, 2016
- Fireside Forums
A group of staff and participants from the Community Connections program in Colorado Springs have recently taken on the task of planting and taking
- October 15, 2015
- Fireside Forums
Job Fair June 2 2018
- June 10, 2015
- Fireside Forums
We are so grateful. 11 fabulous volunteers for 7 hours from Essex Financial, Mountain West Management and Baron Properties = 50 bags of
- June 9, 2015
- Fireside Forums
One of the best days to visit Roundup School is on Graduation Day. Friday, May 15th, was a celebration of the many accomplishments
- June 9, 2015
- Fireside Forums
Community Participation Program’s Christmas Wish Tree-39 wishes left! As you and your family and friends reflect about how truly blessed you are t
- June 9, 2015
- Fireside Forums
As the children arrive at Roundup Fellowship, they are greeted with brightly painted walls that proudly display the children’s work. Each face has
- December 3, 2013
- Fireside Forums
I know, I know – not the most “catchy” title is it? However, there were many things to celebrate in 2013 so maybe
- June 27, 2013
- Fireside Forums
Recipes from Sea to Shining Sea have arrived! We collected favorite recipes from our friends, families, staff and supporters across the USA. We nearly have
- June 6, 2013
- Fireside Forums
One evening, while I was attending a meeting of the Autism Society, a family sat next to me and we began a conversation
- November 13, 2017
- Fireside Forums
Colorado Gives Day is on December 5th this year and Roundup has set a goal to raise $10,000 in order to replace the flooring in our school and to create the ultimate
- November 13, 2017
- Fireside Forums
Support Roundup on Colorado Gives Day December 6, 2016