Student-Led. Real Impact.

Apoio · Liderança · Missão · Amor

Uniting students across Rio de Janeiro to support children and families battling cancer through action, not intention.

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Numbers that matter

200+ Volunteers

R$70k+ Raised

3 Schools Active

8+ Major Campaigns

TBSRJ · EARJ · ELEVA

What is ALMA?

A — Apoio (Support)

L — Liderança (Leadership)

M — Missão (Mission)

A — Amor (Love)

Founded by students, ALMA is a fast-growing social impact initiative mobilising young people across Rio de Janeiro's international schools.

In partnership with CACCST (Casa de Apoio à Criança com Câncer de Santa Teresa), we deliver measurable impact for children and families battling cancer — through structured operations, not just good intentions.

Real moments, real impact

ALMA volunteers at community events, bake sales, wall painting projects, and Christmas celebrations supporting children with cancer at CACCST in Rio de Janeiro.

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Action over intention

Fundraising Campaigns

Organised drives that mobilise students and raise real funds for families in need.

Donation Drives

Collecting toys, clothes, and essentials — delivered directly to CACCST.

Events

Bake sales, community days, and themed celebrations that bring joy and awareness.

Direct Support

Hands-on involvement with children and families through structured volunteer programmes.

Campaigns that deliver

Christmas Campaign

Holiday celebration bringing gifts and joy to families. R$15,000+ raised.

Every December, ALMA organises a full Christmas celebration at CACCST. Volunteers fundraise throughout the semester to purchase gifts for every child in treatment. The event includes face painting, dancing, games, and a visit from Papai Noel.

Children's Day

A full day of activities, games, and celebrations. 100+ children impacted.

Bake Sales

Student-run fundraisers across all partner schools. R$8,000+ raised.

Food Drive

Essential food supplies collected for families in treatment. 200+ baskets delivered.

Wall Painting Project

Transforming CACCST spaces with colour and life alongside the children. 3 murals completed.

Toy Drive

Collecting toys and gifts for children at CACCST. 500+ toys donated.

Built by students

Founders

Lorenzo Pimentel — Founder

Guilherme Decotelli — Founder

Daniel Foley — Founder

School leadership teams

TBSRJ — The British School, Rio de Janeiro

Presidents: Luiza Fernandes, Julia Sabrosa. Vice President: Gabriel Cunha. Head Treasurer: Gustavo Gentil. Internal Events: Yuri Nigri. External Events: Nathan Vancauwenbergh. Marketing: Júlia Barreira. Projects: Alannah Schuu. Sports: Breno Barcellos. Education: Sophie Wolff.

EARJ — Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro

President: Isabela Bibas. Vice President: Gabriela Klabin. Head Treasurer: Felipa Salles. Projects: Manuela Canavarro. Marketing & Events: Gabriela Sterenberg.

ELEVA — Escola Eleva

President: Leticia Corrêa. Vice Presidents: Ana Sadala, Julieta Diniz. Projects: Nina Marquez. Internal Events: Julieta Cozzolino. External Events: Manuela Kuppens. Sports: Valentina Vianna. Education: Maria Argolo. Marketing: Olívia Dias, Clara Guimarães.

This is not passive volunteering.

ALMA is a structured organisation where students take ownership and drive real change.

Running real operations

Leading campaigns across schools

Delivering measurable impact

Working in structured teams

Support CACCST through ALMA

Every contribution goes directly to CACCST — providing meals, shelter, transport, and medicine for children and families fighting cancer.

Doaré

Contribute to daily meals for children in treatment.

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PayPal

Help with accommodation for families during treatment.

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PIX

CNPJ: 04.158.233/0001-78. Support transport and medicine for patients.

Bank Transfer

Banco: Itaú. Agência: 8159. Conta: 11043-9.

All donations go directly to CACCST — the children's cancer support centre in Rio de Janeiro.

Be part of the movement

Join as a Volunteer

Be part of the team driving real impact across Rio's schools.

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Every contribution goes directly to supporting children and families at CACCST.

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Schools and organisations — let's create impact together.