ROOT TO RISE
Turn Transitions Into Transformation
Registration is now closed for Root to Rise Cohort 3!
Root to Rise is a 3-month career navigator program designed for mission driven professionals navigating uncertainty, identity shifts, and career change. Whether you are recovering from unexpected job loss, exploring new sectors, or reimagining your career, you don’t have to do it alone.
Grounded in collective care, this community-first program blends deep inner work with real-world strategy to help you find your footing and rise to the next chapter.
A full ecosystem of support in three parts.
See exactly what’s included in Root to Rise.
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Our proprietary self-assessment to deepen self-awareness and reconnect with your values.
Cohort-only workshops to clarify your vision, craft your story, and take the next steps on your career journey
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One-on-one coaching matched to your specific goals
Four small group coaching sessions with peers navigating transitions alongside you
A facilitated online community for ongoing connection and accountability
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Industry expert sessions on cutting-edge career strategy and in-demand skills
12 months of access to masterclasses, webinars, and job search tools
Monthly newsletter with curated resources and opportunities
Open-enrollment workshops with the broader Grounded Idealist community
What People Are Saying
“I have more trust in myself when deciding whether professional roles are right for me, and am no longer applying just for any job.”
— Root to Rise Cohort 2 Participant“I’m feeling much more hopeful about where my future may land and confident about the boundaries I with to put in place to sustain mission-driven work.”
— Root to Rise Cohort 2 Participant“The individual coaching helped to re-identify my strengths and boost my confidence. The group coaching made me feel part of a community that understands my trauma, because it’s a shared trauma.”
— Root to Rise Cohort 2 ParticipantCohort 4 planned for Fall 2026
INVESTMENT
Everyone deserves support in transition. Choose the option that best suits you.
STANDARD
$1,750
For individuals currently employed and/or financially able*
Your investment helps fund access to those in transition.
Career Transition Rate
IMPACTED WORKER
$750
For individuals currently unemployed OR underemployed.
Partial
Scholarships
AVAILABLE
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Reach out to us at info@groundedidealist.co if you’d like to explore customizing this program for your team, grantees, partners, and other communities you serve.