About The Innovation District

Where Chattanooga’s entrepreneurs, academics, and creatives collide. 

Events Calendar

Discover activities and events in the area.

Resiliency Checklist

Everything you need to prepare your organization for a crisis.

Small Business Supports

Helping small business owners across the region.

The Edney Innovation Center

The front door to the Innovation District of Chattanooga.

Tech Goes Home

Expanding access to technology and teaching digital literacy.

Digital Access Committee

Bringing together partners to close the digital divide, together.

HCS EdConnect

Home internet at no cost to thousands of families.

Connected Communities: Orchard Knob

The OKC leverages the collective support of partner organizations to tackle the whole picture of health and wellness in the historically underserved neighborhood.

Chattamatters

Answering the most basic and most complex questions about life in Chattanooga

EMPACT Program

Preparing residents for the jobs of tomorrow, and today. 

Chattanooga Smart Communities Collaborative

Working together to identify our region’s challenges and create solutions.

Environmental Sensors

Collecting and analyzing air quality data from across our region with US Ignite.

Education (4K Microscope & Lola)

High-tech tools in Hamilton County’s classrooms.

Community Connectivity

Expanding access to the internet in homes and neighborhoods.

Celebrate Her Success

Celebrating 3 years of service to the Chattanooga community! Join us for this free event as we celebrate our clients’ successes and share more about what we do to help […]

The S.H.E. Project

RISE Chattanooga is paying homage to Women’s History Month 2023 theme, “Celebrating Women Who Tell Their Stories” by hosting a unique brunch and discussion session exclusively for women called The SHE Project. […]

Stem For Her Summit

STEM for HER will provide enriching, hands-on experiences for women and girls at every stage of their STEM journey. Whether they are just beginning their STEM education, looking to make a […]