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Est.

2019

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantseeker

Mission Statement

The Mission of Uprise Theatre is to use art and activist lawyering to disrupt systems of oppression and reclaim power with the people. The Vision of Uprise Theatre is that now will be the time in history in which all peoples are treated by the legal system as full human beings with corresponding full human rights. We maintain the Values of Uprise Theatre by being authentic in the way we relate to ourselves and others; we are unapologetic in our desire of liberation for all people; and we are a community-based organization. Uprises flagship programs are our Arts and Theatre projects. The theatre program uses actors as peer educators; re-teaching legal principles taught to them to the larger community through free live performances. In addition we have created an improv know your rights workshop where we ask community members to respond in real time to hypothetical interactions with law enforcement. Under the umbrella of the Uprise Theatre Legal and Arts program falls the Know Your
Revenues
$142.2K
Expenses
$32.4K
Net Income:
+$109.9K
Assets
$118.9K
Liabilities
N/A
Net Assets:
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Operating Budget
$32.4K
Operating Budget by Year

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Total No. of Grants
2
Median grant size
$22.5K
Largest grant received
$25K
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Annie Rios
Board Member
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Anne Rios
Board Member
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Anne M Rios
Executive

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Uprise Theatre’s budget?
In 2025, Uprise Theatre reported an annual operating budget of around $32 thousand. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does Uprise Theatre support?
Uprise Theatre supports work in Legal services.
Where does Uprise Theatre operate?
Uprise Theatre is headquartered in San Diego, CA.
Who funded Uprise Theatre recently?
In 2024, Uprise Theatre received grants from San Diego County Bar Foundation, THE SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION, and San Diego County Bar Foundation. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant Uprise Theatre received in 2024?
The largest grant to Uprise Theatre in 2024 exceeds $25 thousand.