Centenário Fund of BrazilFoundation
Support for educational, research and innovation projects at the UFRGS School of Engineering
Objective
The Centenário Fund supports educational, research and innovation projects at the UFRGS (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul) School of Engineering. The entity is structured as a non-profit association, with the design of an endowment fund. The resources it generates to support projects come only from the principal’s income; consequently, every donation essentially bears fruit for eternity.
Support Centenário Fund
About the Fund
Bringing civil society and universities together
Education for the development of society
The Centenário Fund believes in the potential of education and long-term mindsets for societal development. In this way, its objective is to financially support the School of Engineering’s initiatives, connect the academic community with alumni and bring civil society closer to the university..
Programs
The fund currently supports two projects:
– Scholarships for 11 high-potential and socially vulnerable students;
– A mentoring program that connects more than 200 students with market professionals.
Website: www.fundocentenario.com.br
Tax Benefits
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.