BrazilFoundation

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Public & Non-Profit Charities International Aid Charities

About BrazilFoundation

BrazilFoundation is a strategic philanthropy organization based in New York, NY, dedicated to mobilizing resources and investment capital for transformative social change initiatives across Brazil. Operating for over 25 years, the foundation provides comprehensive philanthropic services designed to maximize social impact through proven methodologies that integrate financial and technical resources. BrazilFoundation offers multiple investment mechanisms tailored to different donor needs and objectives. Their Donor Advised Fund (DAF) program enables donors to establish tax-efficient distributable or endowed funds while maintaining charitable control over distributions. The organization provides Strategic Partnerships and ESG investment options for donors seeking profound impact in specific fields or geographic regions, complete with grantee selection, capacity building, and knowledge sharing initiatives. Designated Funds allow international donors to support specific Brazilian civil society organizations, while Pass-Through Gifts offer a simple, tax-efficient mechanism for supporting organizations of choice with full due diligence. BrazilFoundation also manages Endowment Funds, facilitates Planned Giving through wills and trusts, and operates crowdfunding platforms for personalized fundraising campaigns. The foundation focuses on critical thematic areas including Black Entrepreneurship, Gender Equity, Environment and Climate Change, and Education. With a network spanning 300 cities across Brazil, BrazilFoundation has invested over $57 million supporting 1,046 organizations. The organization's investment strategy emphasizes achieving optimal social returns on donations while addressing funding gaps in strategic sectors. Whether serving families, individuals, foundations, or corporations, BrazilFoundation connects donors with civil society leaders and organizations working to advance equal access, social justice, and economic opportunity throughout Brazil.