Understanding the legal environment in which civil society organizations operate in Brazil is key to stimulating the establishment of a giving culture in the country. Historically, Brazilian civil society organizations - particularly those focusing on human rights - have experienced threats arising from legal uncertainty and from the fragility of financing mechanisms. Tax treatment, tax incentives, access to the banking system, and other elements are key if civil society organizations are to receive direct donations from the public. In recent years there has also been a growing restriction on the participation of civil society organizations in the civic space, which...
Understanding the legal environment in which civil society organizations operate in Brazil is key to stimulating the establishment of a giving culture in the country. Historically, Brazilian civil society organizations - particularly those focusing on human rights - have experienced...