What is Sitawi?
Sitawi is a platform that redefines the role of capital by driving positive socio-environmental impact. It is all about mobilizing and managing resources for those who want to build a better future – a future where impact comes first, and profitability follows only after the positive contributions to society and the environment are secured. With a clear mission of creating measurable change, Sitawi puts the emphasis on caring for tomorrow through innovative financial practices, always keeping in mind that every resource deployed matters in shaping a better world.
Main Benefit
- +R$500 MILLION MOBILIZED FOR POSITIVE SOCIO-ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
- +3,000 SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVES SUPPORTED
- +14 MILLION PEOPLE IMPACTED POSITIVELY THROUGH OUR NETWORK OF GOOD
Our Values
At its core, Sitawi believes in generating impact first – a principle that underscores every decision. Before even considering profitability, the emphasis is on the positive impact that can be generated with capital. The project underscores the need to share responsibility for change, reinforcing that transforming the future requires teamwork. Innovating and setting the best example is part of the DNA, and operating with empathy, where actively listening to diverse realities makes all the difference. Transparency is key, ensuring that the management and destination of capital are carried out in a clear and direct manner… a core value that many find reassuring.
Why Sitawi?
The project is built on simple yet compelling reasons: it makes it happen by enabling positive actions efficiently; it does the right thing by providing security for making the best choices; it does the best for the world by helping to realize diverse and meaningful purposes; and it makes connections by creating bridges with a vast network of agents for good. These aspects not only ensure the success of each initiative but also build a sustainable model where every step taken is considered critically for its long-term benefits – an approach that resonates with many who are eager for real change.
Our History
The journey of Sitawi began in 2008 with its foundation, and it quickly embarked on a mission of fostering positive socio-environmental actions. In 2009, the project launched its first Socio-environmental Loans for initiatives like Solidarium, Caspiedade, and Davida, marking its entry into impactful finance. By 2010, the project received OSCIP certification, and in 2012, it started managing the 1st Philanthropic Fund in partnership with USAID + Unidos. The following year, in 2013, over R$1 million was mobilized for positive socio-environmental impact. Then in 2015, the Philanthropic Culture program was created, followed by the opening of a new office in São Paulo in 2016. The momentum continued in 2018 when Sitawi celebrated its 10th anniversary with the inaugural Finance for Good Seminar. Fast forward to recent years: 2020 saw the mobilization of R$100 million, 2021 surpassed R$300 million, 2022 initiated a partnership with Endowments of Brazil to create multi-cause Endowment Funds, 2023 oversaw a milestone with over R$400 million mobilized, and 2024 reached a new peak with more than R$500 million mobilized for positive socio-environmental impact.
Project Impact
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities
- SDG 13: Climate Action
- SDG 15: Life on Land
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
Looking Ahead
The evolution of Sitawi reflects not only a historical commitment to social and environmental causes but also a forward-looking perspective that seeks to continuously innovate and set the highest standards for impact investment in Brazil. With more than 14 million Brazilian lives already positively impacted, the project brings hope and reassurance that real change is happening here and now. In a world where the capital market often prioritizes profit over purpose, Sitawi steers the conversation toward a balance – ensuring that every financial action contributes to better social, environmental, and economic outcomes. This clear, purpose-driven approach is resonating with the community of changemakers, policymakers, and socially responsible investors alike.
Looking ahead, Sitawi’s journey is one of ongoing evolution: it continues to nurture connections, support thousands of sustainable initiatives, and stimulate real change in the planet, economy, and society. With its pioneering spirit in impact investment and its innovative methods of democratizing endowment funds, the project is firmly positioned as a leader in the socio-environmental field. It is a model that not only demonstrates success through tangible numbers but also inspires continued collaboration in pursuit of a sustainable future. In this dynamic landscape, Sitawi stands out by proving that when capital is aligned with purpose, the impact is both measurable and profoundly positive… paving the way for a better world.
