IMEC – Women in Construction Institute Fund of BrazilFoundation

Changing lives through construction skills

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Objective

Women in Construction Institute promotes the inclusion and autonomy of women in vulnerable situations by providing professional training in the civil construction sector, creating job opportunities, and contributing to transforming their realities. 

The raised funds will be used to expand training programs for women in vulnerable situations, equipping them with skills, facilitating their inclusion in the job market, and fostering their autonomy. Furthermore, the funds will ensure the ongoing operations of the Women in Construction Institute, including employee salaries, headquarters improvements, and the acquisition of essential equipment and software for operations. 

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Our Program

Inclusion and autonomy for women in vulnerable situations

Professional training in the civil construction sector

The construction industry in Brazil, one of the country’s largest economic sectors, faces challenges such as a shortage of skilled labor and precarious housing conditions. Furthermore, it remains predominantly male, with deep-rooted sexism and limited opportunities for women. Nevertheless, the industry demands formal employment, providing security, benefits, and greater financial and professional stability for women entering the field. 

The Institute empowers women in vulnerable situations through construction training, fostering autonomy, self-esteem, and continued education opportunities. The Institute also facilitates their inclusion in the workforce, addressing gender barriers and promoting equal opportunities. Through these efforts, it aims not only to transform lives but also to strengthen communities, contributing to sustainable social and economic development. 

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About IMEC

Founded in 2006 in Canoas, Rio Grande do Sul, the Women in Construction Institute also operates in São Paulo. It has received awards such as Women Changemakers – Womanity Foundation, an invitation as a member of CGI – Clinton Global Initiative, and the Empowering Women Award at the XXI New York Gala of Brazil Foundation. 

Over 7,000 women trained since its foundation, with 70,000 people indirectly impacted through its training programs and actions. 

Tax Benefits

USA: Contributions to BrazilFoundation – EIN 13 4131482, a non-profit under Section 501(c)(3) of the US Internal Revenue Tax Code – are deductible to the full extent permitted by law. Individuals can deduct up to 50% of their adjusted gross income; companies may deduct up to 10% of taxable income, prior to discounting the philanthropic investment. BrazilFoundation provides a tax-receipt acknowledgement of the contribution it receives.

Brazil: BrazilFoundation is a non-profit organization, designated as a Public Interest Civil Society Organization (OSCIP, as per its initials in Portuguese) under Law 9.790/99, Ministry of Justice file no. 08071.000389/2004/01, Corporate Taxpayer Registration No. 04.839.572/0001-10. A donation receipt can be issued for donations made in reals. The donor must request their receipt directly from BrazilFoundation. Since we are an OSCIP, tax incentives are only awarded to businesses taxed on their profits. These businesses can deduct the cost of donations up to 2% of their operating profit. An individual donor may report the amount donated when filing income tax, but will not receive a tax incentive.