OUR MISSION

Seeds of Hope brazil works to create a future where every child in São Paulo has access to the quality education THAT they deserve, regardless of their economic background. Through partnering with community members and local schools, we hope to improve equity in brazil by teaching kids the skills they need to suceed.

our SERVICES

The Trade school​

​Founded in 2009, the Trade School provides over 220 students in São Paulo with educational opportunities to help them succeed. Offering language and trade skills training, the school provides a safe space for the community to ensure the next generation of Brazil is empowered, equipped, and encouraged. 

course offerings

English

Students attend on Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays for 2 two-hour long classes. There is also a 3 hour class on Saturday mornings for those who are busy during the week.

karate

Classes are held every week night for two hours in addition to a two hour class on Saturday mornings.

film & photography

Silkscreen printing

Welding

computer repair

other projects


​Student housing

Roberto owns a building with 12 apartments that houses students who travel to São Paulo to study at one of the universities. In exchange, they will help out by teaching English at the trade school. 

Local School REpair

When student partners from the University of Virginia travel to São Paulo annually, they work with Roberto to assist local schools in building repairs.