What does it take to build an impact investing ecosystem in an emerging market?

This report explores how Brazil’s social inequality, environmental urgency, and philanthropic tradition are creating momentum for values-aligned investing. With an expanding middle class and a rising number of family enterprises exploring new financial tools, the report captures the early architecture of Brazil’s impact ecosystem, from mission-driven businesses to collaborative investment funds.

While the opportunity is clear, the report also candidly addresses Brazil’s unique challenges: political and economic volatility, geographic concentration of capital, and a still-developing track record for financial returns. Yet Brazilian families are leading with creativity and conviction, operating impact-focused businesses, seeding funds, supporting social entrepreneurs, and building networks of trust. With deep dives into high-potential sectors like education, healthcare, and environmental preservation, this report provides practical entry points, strategies, and examples for families ready to lead with impact in Brazil.