What happens when philanthropy is based on trust?
Since 2019, the Futuro Bem Maior program has focused on trust, listening, and autonomy to strengthen organizations and collectives that transform their territories. We offer flexible financial support and training to expand local impact and build a community-centered future. Learn about the data, the lessons learned, and understand how this generates real impact in the territories.
The research
This study systematizes the main lessons learned and evidence from the first three editions of Futuro Bem Maior, which focuses on the institutional development of CSOs and grassroots collectives. Here, you will find data, analyses, and reflections on how this approach goes beyond strengthening organizations, generating direct effects in the territories, expanding social impact, and leaving legacies that remain even after the support cycle ends.
They have a better understanding of the importance of partnerships and networks
They discovered new perspectives and opportunities
They highlighted the lessons learned about financial sustainability
They gained awareness about working in the territory
Impact on the territory
Strengthening social initiatives directly impacts people's lives and the dynamics of the territories.
In the target audience
In the community
Grassroots leadership, local recognition
"We managed to bring visibility to the city hall. They trusted the project and implemented it in other communities."
"We learned a lot. We learned to use new work tools. When you organize externally, you organize internally. FBM greatly contributed to team unity. It was fundamental."
"MBM's support brought not only recognition in the territory, but also other partnerships, other donors, and other volunteers. It added credibility to the name."
"Through mapping, we get closer to the most vulnerable people in the region and are able to guarantee the continued distribution of these basic food baskets in partnership with the government."