This non-profit Association, founded by Ms. Maria Grazia Matteoni, provides support to the brazilian children and youth with a special focus in educational and professional training for high social disadvantage people. It’s worth mentioning that thanks to the effort of this Association was realizedthe “Education Center Matteo and Lapo Matteoni” located on the outskirts of Porto Seguro. This structure acts as training school in agriculture and handicrafts, improving the future access to employment for 100 students from 10 years of age.

The Center is equipped with an artesian well of 100 meters and a heating system with solar panels. The funds occurred for the realization of the above mentioned project were obtained exclusively through free donations and events organized and promoted by SOS Brasil during the year.