Vidigal Capoeira has empowered the community for over a decade but lacks a dedicated space. This project aims to raise R$400,000 to acquire a space - a cultural center - or land build a permanent cultural center, doubling the number of students served and offering daily classes. The space will be a self-sustaining cultural hub, generating income through handcrafted goods and cultural experiences. Your support will help create a lasting home for Afro-Brazilian culture, education, and empowerment.
Vidigal, like many favelas, faces challenges such as limited education, employment opportunities, and cultural resources. Vidigal Capoeira has been a pillar of Afro-Brazilian culture for over a decade, yet it lacks a dedicated space to grow. Currently, classes rely on rented or borrowed venues, limiting access and preventing consistent programming. Without a permanent home, the project cannot expand to serve more students or operate daily. This instability threatens the preservation of capoeira.
This project will fund the construction of a permanent cultural center for Vidigal Capoeira, providing a stable, self-sustaining space for daily classes, workshops, and community events. With a dedicated home, the project will double the number of students served, expand access to Afro-Brazilian cultural education, and create income-generating opportunities through the sale of handcrafted goods and cultural experiences, ensuring long-term sustainability and independence.
A permanent Vidigal Capoeira center will preserve Afro-Brazilian culture, empower future generations, and create a self-sustaining community hub. By doubling student capacity and providing daily training, it will produce new teachers, leaders, and cultural ambassadors who share their knowledge worldwide. The center will also generate income through merchandise and events, reducing dependence on donations and ensuring long-term stability for the community.
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