Favela Sonha is a grassroots social project
based in the Babilônia favela in Rio de Janeiro’s
South Zone.
Our mission is to support families in vulnerable
situations by providing access to essential
goods such as food, clothing, school supplies,
and medical care — and, above all, to create real
pathways to education, culture, and human
development.
WHAT IS
FAVELA
SONHA?
Babilônia is home to around 7,000 residents,
many of whom face severe economic
challenges.
Favela Sonha was founded by residents of the
community, many of whom were once
supported by social projects themselves, with a
vision to give back, open doors, and ensure that
new generations have real opportunities for
growth.
PARTNER PROJECT –
GLOBALLERS X FAVELA SONHA
Globallers is an international project that merges sports, education, and social mobility for children
and youth in underserved communities worldwide. Since 2023, Favela Sonha and Globallers have
partnered in Babilônia to expand access to sports as a tool for transformation.
What we do together:
Organize football clinics and training focused on inclusion and discipline
Host intercultural exchanges with mentors and international athletes
Donate sports equipment and support families involved in the project
Create an environment where football is more than a game — it’s a path to belonging, selfesteem, and education
RESULTS AND IMPACT
+250
children directly impacted by
educational activities in 2025
+ 50 FAMILIAS
families supported with postpartum
care kits for mothers in 2025
7K
lives impacted across
2024 and 2025
“This project helped me so much with my daughters.” – Rosangela, Babilônia resident
FUNDING AND
TRANSPARENCY
Favela Sonha is 100% funded by private
donations, including financial contributions,
material goods (clothing, food, school supplies),
and educational experiences (classes,
workshops, mentorship).
All support is directed straight to the families
most in need, with active follow-up to ensure
real impact and responsible use of resources.
WHY WE’RE A STRONG
PARTNER
Led by residents of the favela
Consistent, ongoing presence since its founding
Transparent operations with clear reporting
Aligned with key impact areas: education, health, culture, and environment
Structured to support and strengthen other local initiatives
The Support our project will give
Global Impact Project Support will help to serve the members of the Babalonia community in Rio De Janiero Brazil
