We Transform Lives Through Encountering Every Person!
Since 1978, we have been promoting social transformation by welcoming and educating children, adolescents, and their families, while strengthening the family's role in their children's education. Our organization began with Rosa's relationship with single mothers, as she recognized the need to care for their children.
“Rebuilding the family means restoring the very foundation of society.”
Years of History
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Children and Teenagers Served Each Year
Families Served Each Year
What do we do?
Our work is carried out across three areas of action, organized into four programs, using our own educational approach, and implemented through six service units.
Education
Social assistance
Sports and Culture
Early Childhood Education
Full-time daycare and early childwood centers serving children from birth to age 6, Monday through Friday, providing na environment that promotes children's development, care, and learning, along with five nutritious meals each day.
Family Support
Socio-Family Guidance and Support. We work with families experiencing vulnerability, helping strengthen family bonds and improve access to rights and essential services, while fostering their active role in their own development. This support is provided through home visits, individual consultations, and community events.
Socio-Educational Programs
After-school programs for children and adolescents, offering educational, cultural, and sports activities that support their personal and social development.
Residential Care
A protection service for children who have been temporarily removed from their families due to situations of risk, in accordance with child protection measures. The service provides temporary residential care while safeguarding children's rights and working toward family reunification whenever possible.
We're Glad You're Here!
Our organization is based in Belo Horizonte and was founded by Rosa Brambilla, an Italian missionary who arrived in Brazil in 1967. Since then, she has dedicated her life to serving vulnerable families and restoring hope to children growing up in underserved communities.
We believe that transformation begins by recognizing the dignity of each person and by strengthening families. That is why our mission is to support families so they can play a leading role in their children's education.
Our educational approach encourages each person to discover themselves, recognize the beauty of life, and engage with the world, fostering the discovery of who they are.
Come and get to know us!
Real Stories
Lives Transformed Through Their Experience with us
Testimonials from people who have experienced our work and now share their stories.
“I experienced two different moments: the deep sadness at home, watching my mother struggle with alcoholism and threats from her partner, and the moments when I could express myself and have fun, here at the early childhood center.” - Taísa, Educator, Jardim Felicidade
Das cartas ao abraço: encontros que venceram a distância
Quando o apadrinhamento à distância se transforma em encontro.
Marcos Miguel
“I saw my family being welcomed and transformed together with me.”
Joyce Mara
“Here I was cared for and had opportunities (…) I had the privilege of growing up here.”
News & Updates
Follow what's happening across our organization with the latest news and updates.
Ir ao encontro das famílias
A presença já é uma forma de dizer: você é importante.
Festas da Família 2026
Encontro de crianças, familiares e educadores para estar juntos, brincar, criar e compartilhar experiências.
O Sol Está Aí!
Saúde mental é tema dos encontros pedagógicos de setembro.
Our Locations
We operate six nonprofit organizations in the northern region of Belo Horizonte.
How You Can Help
“The power of friendship is what can change the world!” - Rosa Brambilla
Sponsorship
Your contribution, whether financial or in materials, makes a difference!
Transparency
Commitment to responsible, ethical, and transparent management.
We operate with transparency and a careful understanding of each context, guiding responsible decisions. We keep information accessible, carry out audits, and prepare reports that enhance management quality and provide clarity on the use of resources, always in dialogue with the community and partners.
- Documents and Certifications
- Financial Transparency
- Accountability Reports
- Governance and stakeholders