Become a Rise Ambassador
Become a Rise Ambassador and make a lasting impact in the lives of vulnerable children. Join forces with like-minded volunteers who share your passion for creating positive change. Engage in social activities, participate in small fundraisers, and embark on exciting adventures such as the TD Five Boro Bike Ride. Your commitment will not only enrich your own life but also contribute to a brighter future for those in need. Take the first step towards making a difference today.
Meet the Ambassador Team
Constantine “Conner” Kechriotis
Rise Ambassadors Chair and Development Committee Member and Business Transformation Consultant
“As someone who is very passionate about building communities centered around helping others learn, grow, and experience the joys of a full life. I am drawn to Rise's innovative approach to childhood development that keeps empathy, compassion, and joy at the core of its approach and helps instill these values into the communities it aims to unite around a shared mission!”
Carolyn Chang
Senior Portfolio Manager, & Lead Digital Investment Product Manager, Goldman Sachs
“I support Rise because they turn compassion into action, giving children around the world the chance for a brighter future. I believe in their mission to focus on incorporating play and positive development, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of these children.”
Dylan Bruschi
CEO, Sunkara Wellness Technologies
“I was moved by the conflict in Ukraine to support children and families affected by the traumas of war, poverty, and displacement.” Not only does Rise support refugees from the Ukraine crisis, they have cost-effective programs across the globe that have been shown to undo the devastating consequences of broken societies and families.”
Christian Kechriotis
Management Consultant
“The Rise community is vibrant, with some of the most amazing and selfless individuals I’ve ever met. It’s a community that I am very proud to be a part of with a mission that I am even more proud to support.”
Max Lundin
Sr. Manager, Kraft Heinz Co.|MBA Candidate, Kellogg
“Rise allows me to make an impact on the lives of children across the globe, in places I’d otherwise be unable to reach. By supporting WWO and their mission, we can do better and create impact far beyond our daily actions.”
Nick Hura
VP - Growth Strategy at JPMorgan Chase
“I support Rise because I am passionate about education and want to help scale their offerings and help support more underserved children around the world.”
Ashley Leger
Manager, Strategy & Analytics at Forum Brands
“Rise understands the importance of childhood development, and has curated programs that produce a lasting positive impact for underserved children, families and ultimately their communities.”
Gustavo Salguero
Senior Brand Manager, Whiskeys, DIAGEO
“I support Rise because they understand and improve the lives of many kids who don’t have the same opportunities that I was very lucky to have growing up.”
Ben Hwang
Gen AI Engineer
“I support Rise because I believe in their mission to serve and empower children in need. I am proud to support their cause and passion for creating a brighter and more just future for all children.”
Tony Lopez
ChFC, Owner & Investment Advisor for
State Farm Insurance, & Financial Services
“It was an honor to support worldwide orphans. When you hear of the statistics of these marginalized children, and how at times, parents have to abandon their children due to difficult circumstances, we felt it was our duty to help.”
Himani Seth
Ophthalmology Technician
“Rise is an organization that is very close to my heart and I am honored to be able to support its cause in any way I can. As an aspiring physician, I deeply value WWO’s evidence-based approach in addressing developmental challenges faced by vulnerable children. WWO acts as a beacon of hope for thousands who have been traumatized by the unimaginable horrors that plague our world.”
Julia Weaver
Preschool Teacher & WWO Development Committee Member
“As preschool teacher, I know firsthand how deeply important it is for young children to feel loved, secure, and supported in their early years. Rise’s programming not only provides for the basic needs of vulnerable children, but also supports their learning and social development. I could not be more proud to support such a champion of young children.”
Ram Tan
Photo Re-Touching Service Manager
“A quote by Ralph Emerson resonates with me, ..“The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.” So, when an opportunity to support Rise came along, there was no doubt in my mind in immediately joining the cause.”
Raisha Hernandez
Health Equity Program Manager
“As an educator and parent, I support Rise’s vision of empowering children through play, a fundamental necessity, every child should experience. “Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning” - Diane Ackerman”
VOLUNTEER
Element of Play®
Storyboarding Kit
Volunteer to craft and assemble the storyboard kits for our young children.
