Initiatives that have already been approved through the tax incentive mechanisms outlined in the regulations of each modality can participate.
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This edition's novelty is theinclusion of projects supported by the Recycling Incentive Law, which aims to strengthen the waste reuse chain, expand selective collection, and promote the socio-productive inclusion of workers in the sector.Anyone can participate.
The program encompasses two fronts. The first maintains support for social and health projects targeted at specific audiences. The second is allocated to recycling and circular economy initiatives.
In the social and health category, projects approved by the following mechanisms can compete:
- Councils and funds for the Rights of Children and Adolescents;
- Councils and funds for the Rights of the Elderly;
- National Program for Support of Oncological Care (Pronon);
- National Program for Support of Health Care for People with Disabilities (Pronas/PCD).
Focus on recycling
In the new environmental modality, civil society organizations, cooperatives and associations of scrap collectors, foundations and non-profit institutions can register. Projects must be previously approved by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, in accordance with the specific rules of the selection.
Among the actions that may receive support are:
- Expansion of selective collection;
- Strengthening of cooperatives and associations of collectors;
- Job creation and income generation;
- Environmental education;
- Development of innovative solutions for the circular economy;
- Increase in recycling and waste recovery.
Among the prioritization criteria are projects that promote socio-productive inclusion, expand recycling infrastructure, strengthen selective collection, and encourage environmental education and innovation.
R$ 22 million in 2025
Created in 2012, the Mãos Dadas Program brings together resources from Banco do Brasil and its affiliated entities to support public interest initiatives across the country.Since its inception, over R$ 300 million have been allocated.
In 2025, 31 entities received a total of R$ 22 million. According to the bank, the supported projects had an estimated positive social impact on 81,000 people, spread across 26 municipalities.
With the new focus, the institution aims to expand support for initiatives that combine social development, environmental preservation, and income generation.
When the results are released
The 2026 selection results are scheduled to be announced on December 7th, on theBB Portal. Interested parties should consult the specific regulations for their modality to check the requirements and registration procedures.
Check the main information:
- Deadline: October 13 to 31, 2026.
- Social and health projects: initiatives approved through the incentive mechanisms outlined in the regulations.
- Recycling projects: initiatives supported by the Recycling Incentive Law and previously approved by the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change.
- Expected result: December 7, 2026.
- Queries: bbinvestimentosocial@bb.com.br.
- Information and access: BB Portal —Hand-in-Hand Program.