MBM Blog

Far beyond donations, discover how we are building a philanthropy where everyone moves forward together. In 2023, we continue on the great journey for social justice, leveling the playing field and strategically equipping organizations to move forward side by side. With the collaboration of philanthropists, social organizations and partners, we bring together resources, networks and expertise to drive sustainable development […]

For a social leader to truly be a protagonist of his cause or territory, he must have access to free resources in a strategic and emergency manner, depending on internal circumstances and external influences. Resulting from a partnership with a donor organization, social investor or directly from individual donors, this financing only materializes from […]

Don't forget us. With this phrase the first Youth Congress began, organized by the Fundação Amazônia Sustentável (FAS), in the community of Tumbira, in Amazonas, at the end of March. Sixty young people from different communities in the municipalities of Iranduba, Carauari, Itapiranga, Novo Aripuanã, Uarini and the Três Unidos indigenous community came together to, […]

Welcome to the MBM Values ​​special. Throughout this series of posts, we present the fundamental values ​​of the Greater Good Movement that guide our actions and mission. Read on to discover how Acting with Courage boosts our work and positive social impact. In the tireless pursuit of social justice, every step of our mission […]

If the climate crisis, racism, and food insecurity seem too complex to solve, know that you are not alone. These and other issues require systemic approaches, and to this end, Movimento Bem Maior has the opportunity to present for the first time in Portuguese the study “Embracing Complexity,” prepared by Ashoka and McKinsey & […]

Welcome to the MBM Values ​​special. Throughout this series of posts, we present the fundamental values ​​of the Greater Good Movement that guide our operations and mission. Read on to discover how Transparency in Relationships and Commitment to People are essential for our work and impact on society. The focus on the individual gave rise […]

On October 20th, Brazil celebrates National Philanthropy Day, a special date that celebrates generosity and the spirit of solidarity. Philanthropy, derived from the Greek “philos” (love) and “anthropos” (human being), is an altruistic act that involves donating time, resources or knowledge to social and humanitarian causes. A […]

On the global stage, the search for racial equity is an essential mission and philanthropic organizations play a crucial role in this endeavor. In a world where discrimination persists and profoundly affects the opportunities and well-being of black communities, philanthropy aimed at reducing these inequalities becomes a powerful tool for change and […]

A tax that taxes philanthropy? This seems very strange, but this practice is still a reality in Brazil because of the ITCMD (Tax on Transmission Causa Mortis or Donation). Now, a very important step is about to be taken in Congress so that civil society organizations are finally free from charges. In this post […]

The Bem Maior Movement is highlighted in a renowned international ranking, released this week! We occupy 7th position in the list of the 50 most influential CSOs in Brazil and 103rd in the global selection, “World 200 Top SGOs”, organized by the thedotgood initiative. The list, published annually, is one of the most important among social organizations around the world […]

Sustainable development and the strengthening of philanthropy in the country motivate the choices and support of private social investment by the Movimento Bem Maior. Therefore, we reinforced our national network of operations with the arrival of 6 new organizations. Feeding Good; City of Boys; Mano Down Institute; KITE; Third Sector Observatory and Institute […]

Last week, I participated in FIFE – Inter-American Forum on Strategic Philanthropy 2023, held in Belém do Pará. Considered one of the biggest third sector events in Brazil, the meeting brought together businesspeople, students, public managers and volunteers interested in the main themes that guide the management of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs). As the schedule covered […]

Books are powerful tools that help us broaden our perspective on the world and ourselves. Today, on World Book Day, we invite you to look at it as a narrative enhancer. “Reading the world precedes reading the word”, said Paulo Freire, which shows us the importance of the particular place that each […]

Last week, I had the pleasure of participating in the 12th GIFE Congress, held in São Paulo (SP). It was three intense days of meetings, reunions and a lot of listening, especially in uncomfortable but necessary conversations. I returned to Rio, on Friday night, with my head buzzing and spent the weekend digesting everything […]

Amid countless social challenges that the world faces, gender inequality further increases the obstacles for women in their daily lives. Faced with this reality, civil society, by organizing itself in initiatives focused on female protagonism, works to build bridges so that girls and women can cross these barriers and […]