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Meet our Founders

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Justin Taylor Wright

Chief Executive Officer

Founded Ember Rising under its former name with the help of Faith as a High School project in their Business Class. Taylor also competed with the idea for this non-profit, previously scaled as a shelter for abused and neglected youth, and won 3rd place in the 2017 DECA Regional State Conference

As the Founder and CEO of Ember Rising, he serves as the organization’s chief visionary and executive leader. He oversees all aspects of Ember Rising’s administration, programs, and long-term strategic direction. Ember Rising was born from a deep commitment to creating meaningful, lasting change in the lives of children and communities, with a focus on nurturing resilience, opportunity, and pathways to a successful future.

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Faith Ediger

Vice President of Missions & Impact

Created the initial idea of Ember Rising under its former name with Taylor in their High School Business Class. Faith has continued to pursue youth and animal wellness advocacy in her day-to-day life and shares the same values for change as Taylor. This is her primary focus as VP of Missions & Impact.

 

 

Faith serves as Vice President of Missions & Impact at Ember Rising, where her dedication and leadership are central to advancing the organization’s work. She is responsible for guiding day-to-day operations, overseeing public-facing initiatives, and shaping strategies for sustainable growth and community impact. Working closely with the CEO, Faith helps translate Ember Rising’s vision into actionable programs and meaningful outcomes. A key focus of her role is cultivating and maintaining strong relationships with corporate partners, donors, and philanthropic supporters to ensure the longevity and reach of Ember Rising’s mission.

OUR STORY

Tailored Financial Solutions for Your Family 

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Who We Are

Ember Rising is a mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering youth and families through life skills education, mentorship, creative expression, and compassion-centered community care. We were founded on the belief that every spark of potential deserves nurturing, opportunity, and a path to long-term success. What started as a high school project between our founders soon grew into a movement of holistic youth empowerment. Ember Rising bridges gaps left by traditional education by preparing young people with real-world skills, emotional resilience, and community-focused leadership. From starting as an idea for "Hope Zion Home", a home for abused and neglected youth, to evolving to "Hope Zion Foundation", an intermediary organization that connected disadvantaged youth with organizations that could immediately assist them to finally becoming "Ember Rising" an organization that provides the programs and services itself, we have come a long way to get to where we are and we are only just beginning.

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Our Mission

To equip youth with essential life skills, financial literacy, mentorship, and personal development tools that help them thrive beyond the classroom and build sustainable, successful lives.

Ember Initiatives

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NOVA Managed by Acting Programs Director, Taylor Wright

 

A youth development program focused on communication, decision-making, emotional intelligence, and confidence building — blending life skills training with holistic wellness.

New Outlooks & Visions Academy

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Ursa’s Echo Dancing Collaborative - Managed by Acting Artistic Director, Jack Thompson

 

A creative arts-based cohort where young people explore identity, share stories, and build empathy through movement, performance, and cultural expression.

Ursa's Echo

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Twila Animal Sanctuary - Managed by Acting Sanctuary & Healing Director, Faith Ediger

 

An animal crisis response and foster support initiative that connects youth and community members to hands-on service while promoting compassionate care for animals in need.

Twila Sanctuary

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