In addition to being ranked among the Top 100 NGOs in Brazil in 2025, Amigos da Poli was honored with two major distinctions:
- Best NGO in the State of São Paulo
- Best Education NGO in Brazil
These awards recognize the organization’s exceptional impact and commitment to advancing education in Brazil.
Amigos da Poli’s mission is to develop the potential of Poli-USP students, contributing to the excellence of their education. Over the years, the organization has fostered innovation and cutting-edge learning at Poli-USP, supporting more than 350 projects and positively impacting over 10,000 students.
In 2024, Amigos da Poli also received the Social Responsibility Award in Science and Technology at the Person of the Year Awards Gala, organized by the Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce. This recognition highlights the organization’s dedication to education, innovation, and social impact.
A special acknowledgment goes to Lucas Sancassani, 2012 Person of the Year Fellow of the Chamber and board member of Amigos da Poli. A graduate in Electrical Engineering from Poli-USP and an MBA holder from Columbia University, Lucas brings more than 16 years of experience in the financial industry, having worked at Itaú BBA, Goldman Sachs, and Stone Co. He currently serves as Executive Superintendent at Núclea.
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