IDIS presents the fourth edition of the annual report Perspectives for Brazilian Philanthropy, highlighting relevant movements for social investors and other sector members.
Beyond reflections on the current landscape, the report showcases initiatives and solutions that are gaining prominence and can serve as inspiration and encouragement for new ideas.
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The survey, produced with the goal of strengthening and projecting the future of philanthropy in Brazil, presents six key perspectives. Among the topics discussed, emergency situations remain a focus for the third year in a row. Mental health also emerges as a priority, with the understanding that when mental well-being is compromised, it also impacts civil society’s engagement in social causes. The theme of Diversity & Inclusion is another prominent issue in the report, amidst controversies and the apparent decline of this agenda in the corporate world.
The concept of institutional development for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) as a means to ensure the sustainability of philanthropic project impacts is another key point addressed in the report. In this context, various interconnected areas are highlighted that enable CSOs to adapt and thrive. Additionally, the involvement of volunteers in the governance structures of organizations has solidified as a growing trend in the sector. Increasingly, the role of volunteers is no longer viewed as a one-time action but is being integrated into the organizational governance and management practices in a structured way.
Finally, the report highlights the initiatives of Private Social Investment by small and medium-sized enterprises, demystifying the idea that such investment is only for large corporations.
“We have reached another year, facing head-on the urgency of challenges and the complexity of solutions. Society is fragmented, and many feel distant from the possibility of contributing to change. It is precisely in moments like these that philanthropy proves to be even more necessary, serving as a space for resistance, innovation, and, above all, hope in action. This project is an invitation to that action,” explains Paula Fabiani, CEO of IDIS.
About IDIS – Institute for the Development of Social Investment
Founded in 1999, IDIS – Institute for the Development of Social Investment is an independent and pioneering social organization that supports social investors in Brazil. Its mission is to inspire, support, and amplify private social investment and its impact, promoting actions that transform realities and contribute to reducing social inequalities in the country.
IDIS’s work is based on three pillars: knowledge generation, advisory, and the execution of social impact projects. These initiatives contribute to strengthening the philanthropic ecosystem and fostering a giving culture.
