Dara Institute is a civil society organization that works to promote health and human development by implementing and promoting an integrated multidisciplinary approach to fight poverty. A world pioneer in intersectoral work with social determinants of health, it was founded by Dr. Vera Cordeiro, in 1991, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Our objective is to contribute to changing the health and human development framework in society, incorporating an integrated multisectoral approach to fight poverty. For the 8th consecutive year, SC ranked best NGO in Latin America and 21st in the world, according to NGO Advisor, a Swiss publication.
Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:
By Luana | Project Analyst
Dear Donor, We began 2026 with renewed energy and a strong commitment to expanding the impact we are building together. At Instituto Dara, we are deeply grateful to continue counting on your support... Read the full report ›By Luana Alves | Fundraising Analyst
Dear Donor, As we reach the end of 2025, we reflect with deep gratitude on the significant journey we have undertaken together. At Instituto Dara, we could not be more thankful for the impact your... Read the full report ›By Luana Alves | Fundraising Analyst
Dear Donor, We’ve reached the halfway point of 2025, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the impact we’ve been able to generate thanks to your support! At the Dara Institute, every... Read the full report ›
