Baccarelli Fund of BrazilFoundation
From Heliópolis to the world, transforming lives through the power of music and education
Baccarelli Fund
In Heliópolis, the largest favela in the city of São Paulo, Instituto Baccarelli creates pathways for human development, active citizenship, and the reduction of inequalities by bringing together music education, culture, food security, social assistance, and professional development.
Through music and education, it promotes social transformation and inclusion, expanding opportunities for children, young people, families, and communities.
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How we Work
More than 1,650 children and young people served annually in Heliópolis
More than 3.5 tons of meals served monthly by Restaurante Baccarelli
More than 2,500 musical instruments available in its instrument collection
More than 314 music education, choir, and instrumental classes
Teatro Baccarelli, the world’s first concert hall located in a favela
Heliópolis is the São Paulo’s largest favela, shaped by social inequalities but also by a strong history of community mobilization and cultural production. Baccarelli was founded there in 1996, using education as a tool to broaden horizons and create opportunities.
With particular attention to populations facing social vulnerability, Baccarelli’s different areas of work expand opportunities for children, young people, families, and communities.
Sustaining long-term social impact depends on a diverse and committed network of donors and supporters.
The Baccarelli Fund expands this network internationally, enabling individuals and organizations from around the world to become part of a story that began in Heliópolis and today creates a positive impact across 24 areas of São Paulo.
The funds raised will contribute to the maintenance and long-term sustainability of Baccarelli’s activities, supporting education, culture, inclusion, social services, and human development initiatives, as well as the infrastructure needed to ensure these programs continue to be offered free of charge and with a high standard of quality.
About Instituto Baccarelli
Founded in 1996, Baccarelli began by providing music lessons to 36 children. Today, it serves more than 1,650 children and young people in Heliópolis, the largest favela in the city of São Paulo, providing Music education, orchestras, choirs, Transformative Music Education, Restaurante Baccarelli, social services, and cultural initiatives.
Since 2005, the Institute has counted Zubin Mehta, one of the world’s most renowned conductors, as its patron. It has also received major recognitions, including the Classical:NEXT Innovation Award and the 2025 CONCERTO Grand Prize for Teatro Baccarelli—the world’s first concert hall located in a favela.
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“Baccarelli made me believe that it is possible to make a living through music.”
— Samara Gama, alumna and former Heliópolis Symphony Orchestra member, currently studying at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, Belgium.
“Baccarelli opened a door for me, and the cello opened up the world. On stage, I realized that music could be my future.”
— Juan Rogers — former Baccarelli student, now a cellist at the Nuremberg Symphony Orchestra Academy in Germany.
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BrazilFoundation retains exclusive legal responsibility for all donations. The foundation considers donor recommendations after ensuring that grantees qualify for charitable funding under U.S. and Brazilian laws.
U.S.: BrazilFoundation is a non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Tax Code, EIN 13-4131482. Contributions to BrazilFoundation are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
Brazil: BrazilFoundation is a nonprofit 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 will be issued for donations made in Brazilian reais upon request.
We encourage all donors to consult with their financial or tax advisor to understand the specific tax implications of their contribution.