Fundo CASA

The CASA Socio-Environmental Fund supports grassroots initiatives in South America, promoting conservation, social justice, and sustainability through funding and capacity-building. 

At A Glance

Founded in 2005 and based in Brazil, the CASA Socio-Environmental Fund supports grassroots initiatives across South America to promote environmental conservation, social justice, and sustainability. It provides financial aid and capacity-building to local communities, empowering them to lead socio-environmental projects in both urban and rural areas. 

Fundo CASA has funded over 3,160 initiatives, distributing more than US$19 million in grants. In 2024 alone, R$28.6 million was allocated to over 500 projects focused on climate resilience, gender equity, biodiversity conservation, and human rights. 

Woman holding a tree sapling in a field, wearing a colourful scarf and a crown of leaves.

© Raffa Dotti, Fundo CASA

The fund collaborates with key partners such as the Global Greengrants Fund, Both ENDS, Oak Foundation, and the CAIXA Socio-Environmental Fund to expand its impact. It also co-founded the Comuá Network, mobilising resources to support grassroots organisations advancing socio-environmental justice. 

Through strategic funding and partnerships, CASA continues to empower communities and drive positive environmental and social change across South America. 

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