Brazil is battling a devastating wave of COVID-19 infections as a result of both government mishandling of the crisis and the existence of a highly-infectious variant of the virus first detected in the country. The 2021 Brazil COVID-19 Recovery Fund is composed of pre-vetted nonprofits based in the United States providing emergency response in Brazil. Through a single donation to the Fund, you can support multiple organizations' initiatives to provide short-term and long-term response and recovery. Our Fund approach is informed by expert and local recommendations based on up to date information from disaster philanthropy and nongovernmental organization networks, such as the Center for Disaster Philanthropy. Given the ever-changing nature of this pandemic and widespread impact, the composition of the nonprofits in this Fund will evolve. Generally this fund will support healthcare, medical needs, vulnerable populations, and essential services. (Photo: Gilnature / Getty Images)

Recent heavy rainfall and catastrophic flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil marks the worst natural disaster in the region's history to date. As the death toll continues to rise, multiple communities are facing displacement and destruction in the wake of the floods, impacting thousands of Brazilian citizens. The following nonprofit organizations have deployed resources to the impacted areas in an effort to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note that the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

Recent heavy rainfall and catastrophic flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil marks the worst natural disaster in the region's history to date. As the death toll continues to rise, multiple communities are facing displacement and destruction in the wake of the floods, impacting thousands of Brazilian citizens. The following nonprofit organizations have deployed resources to the impacted areas in an effort to support immediate and long-term recovery efforts. Please note that the organizations included in this Fund are subject to change as we learn more about needs on the ground.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When donating to "Brazil Foundation" please specify "Luz Alliance Fund - Rio Grande do Sul Humanitarian Campaign" as designated project! Link: https://brazilfoundation.org/en/help-rio-grande-do-sul/ Gisele Bündchen and BrazilFoundation are raising critical funds for immediate relief and long-term rebuilding efforts How you can help? Stand with Gisele Bündchen and help the people of Rio Grande do Sul recover. The Luz Alliance Fund, created by Gisele in partnership with BrazilFoundation, is receiving donations to directly support Rio Grande do Sul flood victims. Making a donation through BrazilFoundation is a safe and effective way to make a difference. If you are donating from the U.S., you can also receive a tax exemption. How we are helping? The floods in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, have caused extensive destruction, affecting communities, infrastructure, and livelihoods. Heavy rainfall has resulted in rivers overflowing, inundating homes, roads, and farmland. Over a million people have been displaced, and many areas remain inaccessible due to floodwaters. Critical infrastructure, including bridges, roads, and power lines, has been damaged, disrupting transportation and communication networks. The Luz Alliance Fund is delivering critical aid to people in extreme vulnerability by supporting initiatives focused on various emergency fronts. A portion of the funds raised will be used to support reconstruction efforts in the region. About Luz Alliance Fund: Established in 2020 by Gisele Bündchen in partnership with BrazilFoundation, the Luz Alliance Fund initially supported communities during COVID-19. Since 2021, it has focused on environmental restoration. The Fund is currently on the front lines, providing resources for critical humanitarian aid to families devastated by the floods in Gisele Bündchen’s home state of Rio Grande do Sul.