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Rising Stars Youth Foundation
63 Babylon Turnpike, Freeport, NY 11520
A 501(c)(3) not for profit charitable organization.
Orlin & Cohen is committed to keeping our student athletes healthy, strong, and educated. Whether it’s injury prevention, treatment or recovery—Orlin & Cohen provides Rising Stars with unparalleled care and expertise. Don’t forget, the Rising Stars Family has exclusive access to Orlin & Cohen’s 24/7 concierge line to assist you with all your orthopedic needs. Simply call or text Orlin & Cohen Sports Medicine Program Director Ray Nelson at 631-806-9205 and he’ll make sure you are in good hands. Remember to mention Rising Stars sent you!
The Rising Stars Scholar Program empowers talented student athletes by providing them with the resources and support they need to reach their full potential, both on and off the court. With generous support from partners like National Grid, this program helps these exceptional young people pursue their academic and athletic dreams with confidence and dedication.
A special congratulations to the Rising Stars Scholars Class of 2026! We had a wonderful time celebrating our amazing student athletes and their families. We can’t wait to watch these young athletes excel in high school—continuing to display strong academic performance, commitment to community and dedication to personal growth. The future is bright!
On August 4, 2025, Rising Stars Executive Director Dan Gimpel, Director of Education Mikaela Kelly, and new scholar Alice Beckett attended the 14th Annual Brian O’Mara Golf Outing. The event, which raises scholarships in honor of Brian J. O’Mara, gave our team the chance to connect with the Foundation and with Brian’s parents, Ken and Mary O’Mara, who will be supporting Alice on her Rising Stars journey. Click to learn more about the Brian O’Mara Foundation.
Rising Stars student athletes (and parents) continue to attend Financial Literacy events in our Community Room. These seminars help members of the Rising Stars family gain valuable knowledge on how-to budget, the importance of saving and how to build bright financial habits. A heartfelt thank you to Jovial Financial Credit for developing and presenting the tools that empower young minds with the financial wisdom needed as they enter adulthood.
In May, Rising Stars & North Coast Psychological Services hosted a Mental Skills Workshop for the parents of our student athletes—because we know that great performance starts with great well-being.
Licensed psychologist and former D1 athlete Dr. Kathleen Everson, alongside licensed psychologist Dr. Mark Terjesen, joined us at the Rising Stars Athletic Complex for an engaging and impactful conversation on mental health in sports. Parents learned how to manage their child’s performance anxiety and enhance their skills—both mentally and physically.
Thank you to everyone in our Rising Stars Community who showed up and supported our Annual Spring Clothing Drive in partnership with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul! With your generosity, over 50 bags of gently used clothing were collected to support those in need, including members of the homeless community. Donations were dropped off at the Community Room, where volunteers and families came together to make a meaningful impact. We are grateful for your continued commitment to service!
