Rise Global Winner 2023

Ana Catarina is a changemaker with a love for books and a desire to be the protagonist in her own life. She attended a World Math Olympiad in China and was recognized by Global STEM Academies for her work to improve the world through empathy and science. As a student council director, NGO founder, and startup CEO, Ana’s passion for leadership and social change propels all her pursuits. For her Rise project, Ana created “Benfazer”—an online platform that centralizes and categorizes NGO profiles to help donors seamlessly connect with institutions that match their values.