What Rise in Resiliency does

Rise in Resiliency (legally Fostering Resiliency International, Inc.) is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization incorporated in Texas on June 8, 2020, with its registered office in Austin, TX. The organization supports the Cabécar Indigenous communities of Mokufitey and Tsirikbata in the Limón province of Costa Rica — a population characterized by 94% poverty against a 20% national rate — through cultural preservation, skill-building workshops, holistic health programming, school rebuilding, and material aid. The Executive Director, Anna Claybaugh (LCSW, MSW), resides in Costa Rica and coordinates program delivery directly with two named local leaders and partner organization DARÁ Asociación. There are four core team members, supplemented by board members, interns, and volunteers.

The operating model is a community-led, anti-colonial, trauma-informed framework in which local leaders and community members define needs and solutions rather than the organization imposing them. Programmatic offerings include the flagship Cabécar Indigenous Community Project (Dos Ramas), a mid-mountain meeting/workshop space with electricity, the Tsirikbata school rebuilding campaign, a Fútbol & Culture program, and an artisanal crafts micro-enterprise (e.g., Feather & Seed Earrings by Sergio, Jícara carvings by Isaías). Supporting channels include a Patreon-based monthly recurring giving program, a one-time donation page under the 501(c)(3), a Squarespace-hosted e-commerce store selling branded apparel and Indigenous-made crafts, and the "Expats Give Back Costa Rica" community on Facebook and Telegram for volunteer mobilization.

Revenue derives from individual donations (one-time and Patreon recurring), merchandise sales at low unit prices ($20–$22.50), in-kind contributions, and aspirational grant funding. The technology stack is standard non-profit communications tooling (Squarespace website, email newsletter, Facebook, Instagram, Telegram, Patreon, WhatsApp) with no proprietary software, no public API, and no AI/ML capabilities. No revenue, headcount, or Form 990 figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

Rise in Resiliency

Legal name

Fostering Resiliency International, Inc.

Website

https://riseinresiliency.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Rise in Resiliency is a 501(c)(3) non-profit (legally Fostering Resiliency International, Inc.) that supports the Cabécar Indigenous communities of Mokufitey and Tsirikbata in Costa Rica's Limón province through cultural preservation, skill-building workshops, holistic health programming, and material aid, funded by donations, Patreon, and merchandise sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Indigenous Community Development

NAICS

Human Rights Organizations (813311)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Infrastructure, Housing & Community Development (BPAGABAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus & Resilience Programming (BPADAEAK)

Keywords

• Nonprofit community programs
• Indigenous community support
• Cultural preservation services
• Skill building workshops
• Holistic health programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. One-Time Donations: Tax-deductible one-time contributions made via the organization's donation page under its 501(c)(3) Fostering Resiliency International, Inc. Donors can earmark funds for specific projects via an "Additional Information" field.
2. Recurring Monthly Donations (Patreon): Ongoing monthly supporter program delivered through Patreon (patreon.com/riseinresiliency), providing recurring unrestricted support for Indigenous-led projects in Limón, Costa Rica.
3. Merchandise Sales: Online storefront selling branded apparel and Indigenous-made artisanal products (e.g., unisex t-shirts from $22.50, Feather & Seed Earrings at $20 made by Sergio, a Cabécar artisan). Proceeds support the organization's mission.
4. Grants and Aligned-Community Funding: Per FAQ, RR aims to be funded by personal donations, grants, and communities that are in alignment with its mission and values.
5. In-Kind / Item Donations: Accepts donated physical items including clothing, school books, shelter materials, basic tools, agricultural supplies, and educational materials suitable for remote mountain living. Coordinated on a case-by-case basis.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Rise in Resiliency partners with the Cabécar Indigenous communities of Mokufitey and Tsirikbata in Costa Rica's Limón province to address extreme poverty, isolation, and cultural marginalization through three program pillars: Cultural Preservation, Skill-Building Workshops, and Holistic Health. Operations include the Tsirikbata School Rebuilding campaign, an Indigenous artisanal crafts micro-enterprise, and a Mid-Mountain Community Meeting Space, all co-created with named local coordinators (Hernania and Isaías) and partner DARÁ Asociación.

Product overview

Rise in Resiliency (legally Fostering Resiliency International, Inc.) operates as a single integrated non-profit program rather than a software platform — its "core product" is the Cabécar Indigenous Community Project (Dos Ramas), which is delivered through three program pillars (Cultural Preservation, Skill Building Workshops, and Holistic Health). These pillars are operationalized through named sub-projects including the Tsirikbata School Rebuilding, the Artisanal Crafts & Culture micro-enterprise (e.g., Feather & Seed Earrings by Sergio, Jicara carvings by Isaias), the Fútbol & Culture Program, and the Mid-Mountain Community Meeting Space. The program is supported by an engagement layer consisting of the Expats Give Back Costa Rica community, the Rise in Resiliency Store (with SKUs such as the Unisex t-shirt), the Donation & Sponsorship Program (one-time + Patreon monthly), the Work With Us / Volunteer Program (Board Members, Social Media Intern, Fundraising Intern), and the Rise in Resiliency Blog with its educational "Definitions We Use" DEI glossary. The Executive Director, Anna Claybaugh (LCSW, MSW), lives in Costa Rica and coordinates work directly with named local leaders — Fridayansi/Hernania (Mokufitey) and Isaías (Tsirikbata).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Cabécar Indigenous Community Project (Dos Ramas) Flagship non-profit program partnering with the Cabécar Indigenous communities of Mokufitey and Tsirikbata in Costa Rica's Limón province to address extreme poverty, isolation, and cultural marginalization through community-led cultural preservation, school rebuilding, and sustainable income initiatives.
• Skill-Building Workshops Community-delivered workshops (e.g., Art with Recyclable Materials, sewing) led by local teachers such as Patri of Patri-Krea, enabling Cabécar community members facing historical income challenges to acquire new skills and increase earning potential.
• Holistic Health Initiative Macro- and micro-level wellness program combining needs assessments, food support, exercise, healthy-eating initiatives, sanitation, gardening tools, and other materials needed to live well in mountainous terrain, integrating mental, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual health dimensions.
• Cultural Preservation Program Active listening, documentation, and storytelling work that empowers the Cabécar community to reclaim cultural identity through arts, traditions, rituals, and shared stories.
• Tsirikbata School Rebuilding Campaign Capital and material campaign to rebuild the Tsirikbata Cabécar school (which teaches in native Cabécar) and bring running water to the site, with future plans for tourism-volunteer engagement.
• Artisanal Crafts & Culture Micro-Enterprise Support program for Cabécar artisans (e.g., Sergio's Blue Macaw Feather Earrings, Isaías's Jícara carvings) to produce and sell traditional crafts — bowls, woven bags, jewelry, drums — to locals, tourists, and online buyers as a sustainable income stream.
• Fútbol & Culture Program Community-building sports initiative providing football jerseys, equipment, and goal posts to the Cabécar community of Tsirikbata, with future plans to host tourist/local soccer games.
• Mid-Mountain Community Meeting Space Construction of a halfway-down-the-mountain meeting and skill-building workshop space with electricity — used as a workshop area, rest stop for elders, and indoor workspace for community artisans (successor to the previously used cow corral).
• Expats Give Back Costa Rica Engagement program for foreign residents and Costa Rica visitors that connects them to volunteer, donor, teaching, and community roles supporting Indigenous groups in the Limón province; organized via Telegram and Facebook groups.
• Rise in Resiliency Store (Branded Apparel and Indigenous-Made Artisanal Products) E-commerce storefront selling branded apparel (Unisex t-shirts from $22.50) and Indigenous-made artisanal products (Feather & Seed Earrings at $20.00) to fundraise for community projects and provide economic support to Cabécar artisans.
• Unisex T-Shirt Made-on-demand unisex cotton t-shirt (Black Heather, Mustard, White; sizes XS–5XL), 100% combed ring-spun cotton (heather blends include polyester), pre-shrunk, side-seamed; sourced from Nicaragua, Mexico, Honduras, or the US.
• Feather & Seed Earrings Blue Macaw feather earrings handmade by Sergio ("King of the Forest"), an Indigenous Cabécar artisan in Tsirikbata, Costa Rica; priced at $20.00 (listed as sold out at time of capture).
• Donation & Sponsorship Program One-time and recurring (Patreon) tax-deductible donation channel, plus item-donation (clothing, school books, shelter materials, basic tools, agricultural supplies) coordinated through RR; recognized sponsors include Almacén 3R and Quality Mayoreo.

Quantifiable outcome

• 94% poverty rate vs. 20% national average in the served community context
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Patri-Krea (Patri)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal Costa Rican teacher "Patri" from Patri-Krea led RR's first skill-building workshop in December 2022 ("Workshop: Art with Recyclable Materials"), teaching the Cabécar community of Tsirikbata to make art from recyclable materials. Patri is referenced as a recurring community educator.
• ISLA: International School for Latin AmericaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerListed as a "Past Partner" in the Acknowledgments section. ISLA is based in the Dominican Republic and historically supported RR's programming; the partnership is no longer active per the acknowledgments page.
• LTIS: Las Terrenas International SchoolminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerListed as a "Past Partner" in the Acknowledgments section. LTIS is based in the Dominican Republic and previously supported RR's work; the partnership is no longer active.
• DARÁ (Asociación) / Costa RicacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounded by Dennys and Ana Garcia Berrios, DARÁ is described as a non-profit organization working for the well-being of vulnerable families in Costa Rica. DARÁ supports RR with on-the-ground donation deliveries and coordination with Indigenous communities (and is also acknowledged in the FAQs as a past partner).
• Almacén 3RminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCosta Rican sponsor listed on the Take Action "Sponsors & Partners" section via Facebook link (facebook.com/almacen3r). Provides support/discounts to RR's work with Indigenous communities.
• Quality MayoreominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCosta Rican sponsor listed on the Take Action "Sponsors & Partners" section via Facebook link (facebook.com/Quality-Mayoreo). Provides support/discounts to RR's work.
• Jae Evans / Big Cat InsigniaminorOthersDesigned the original logo for Fostering Resiliency International (parent legal entity of Rise in Resiliency). Listed under Acknowledgments / Website & Branding.
• Hilary Kissel / Hilary K CreativeminorOthersDesigned the original RR logo and the original website. Listed under Acknowledgments / Website & Branding.
• PatreoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPatreon (patreon.com/riseinresiliency) hosts RR's monthly recurring giving program and is the primary platform for "Ongoing Supporter" donations.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cultural Survival: Indigenous-led organization supporting Indigenous Peoples' rights, cultures, and self-determination globally. Comparable to RR in its focus on Indigenous community empowerment and cultural preservation, though at far larger scale.
• Pawanka Fund: Indigenous-led fund supporting traditional knowledge, well-being, and rights of Indigenous communities globally. Strongly comparable in its Indigenous-led, community-defined programming model.
• Survival International: Global movement for Indigenous Peoples' rights, with active programs in Central and South America. Comparable mission to RR (Indigenous community support, anti-colonial stance) and similar grassroots fundraising model.
• Mesoamerican Development Institute: U.S.-based nonprofit working with rural and Indigenous communities in Mesoamerica (including Costa Rica) on economic and food-security initiatives. Closely matches RR's geography and rural Indigenous community focus.

Regional players

• Pueblo Nuevo Development: Nonprofit supporting rural and Indigenous community development in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. Directly comparable geography and beneficiary base to RR's Limón province work.

Broad incumbents

• Amazon Watch: Larger, established NGO protecting the Amazon rainforest and advancing Indigenous rights across South America. Overlaps with RR in Indigenous advocacy and Latin America geography, but at significantly greater scale and scope.
• Forest Peoples Programme: International NGO supporting the rights of forest-dwelling Indigenous Peoples, including in Central America. Comparable beneficiary profile (rural/Indigenous Latin American communities) and rights-based approach.
• The Christensen Fund: Foundation supporting Indigenous and traditional community-led stewardship of biocultural diversity worldwide. Comparable beneficiary base and community-led grantmaking philosophy.

Others

• Uplift Alliance: Aggregator that supports small, community-driven nonprofits through capacity-building and donor referrals. Comparable in serving the small-NGO segment that RR operates in and could be a channel for institutional donor introductions.
• Global Greengrants Fund: Environmental and Indigenous rights grantmaking organization. Comparable in channeling small grants to grassroots, community-led initiatives, and in serving as a potential upstream funder/peer to RR.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/groups/expatsgiveback
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rise-in-resiliency

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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