Does Umane have any relationship with, or receive funds from, Hospital Samaritano?

No. Umane’s operations and governance are entirely independent.Since the full sale of Hospital Samaritano’s assets in 2016, Umane has had no relationship or direct partnership with the hospital, nor does it receive funds from third parties or any other institution.

Umane and its philanthropic activities are funded exclusively by the annual returns generated by its endowment fund, which was established using the full proceeds from the sale of Hospital Samaritano’s assets.The fund’s returns ensure the organization’s long-term sustainability, preserve its patrimony, and support its social mission. Umane does not receive external funding.

What are Umane’s social objectives?

Umane is an independent, nonprofit civil association certified by the Ministry of Health. Its social objectives focus on philanthropic initiatives that strengthen the public health system, improve the quality of life of people living in Brazil, and align with its three programmatic areas:Comprehensive Care for Noncommunicable Chronic Diseases (NCDs) Program:Initiatives addressing modifiable risk factors (such as smoking, physical inactivity, alcohol consumption, and inadequate nutrition), screening, increased access to care and diagnosis, and the management and monitoring of NCDs within Primary Health Care.Primary Health Care Strengthening (PHC) Program:Initiatives aimed at operational improvements, work processes, team productivity, service integration, institutional capacity-building in public health, and the adoption of data, new solutions, and emerging technologies — with Primary Health Care as the coordinating axis of the health system.Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health Program:Initiatives that monitor pregnancy to assess risks and prevent adverse outcomes, and that support the prevention, management, and monitoring of children’s and adolescents’ health conditions related to NCDs and their modifiable risk factors.

Does Umane request anything in return from supported projects?

No. Umane does not require any form of compensation from supported institutions, except for the agreed-upon deliverables necessary for the execution of the project’s work plan and achievement of expected results.Support is granted exclusively to projects that meet Umane’s criteria and indicators and that align with its programmatic focus on improving public health.

Does Umane establish partnerships with public administration?

Yes. Umane forms partnerships with public administration through instruments such as Technical Cooperation Agreements without financial transfers.These partnerships exist solely to pursue the social objectives stated in its Bylaws. Umane does not receive or transfer public funds — 100% of its resources come from its private endowment fund.

How is Umane’s governance structured?

Umane’s governance consists of:A body of Associates: The institution’s sovereign body, which meets annually in a General Assembly.A Board of Directors: The organization’s senior deliberative body, composed of members recognized in their respective fields.An Executive Board: Responsible for day-to-day management and legal representation of the organization.Technical committees supporting the Board of Directors:Finance and Investment CommitteePhilanthropy CommitteeCompliance, Governance, Audit, and Ethics CommitteeNominating Committee

Does Umane compensate associates, board members, directors, or committee members?

No. Umane does not provide remuneration, profit distribution, bonuses, or benefits of any kind — directly or indirectly — to associates, board members, directors, or committee members for the roles and responsibilities established in its Bylaws.

Is Umane affiliated with any political party or ideological orientation?

No. Umane is a nonpartisan institution and does not favor any political orientation.The principles of independence and nonpartisanship guide its actions, and the organization is prohibited from engaging in political-party or electoral campaigns.

How do I request Umane’s support for a project?

Umane operates through a model of local implementing partners, working with organizations that share the mission of promoting health promotion and prevention actions. It does not provide donations outside its programmatic areas or directly to individuals.Project support is usually carried out through donations made directly to implementing partners or through contracts with private service providers. All proposals are evaluated based on an institutional guideline process.If you still have questions, contact us at contato@umane.org.br.

What types of institutions and projects does Umane fund?

Umane supports projects from civil society organizations and/or nonprofit institutions whose goal is to positively impact public health, according to its three programmatic areas:• Comprehensive Care for Noncommunicable Chronic Diseases (NCDs) Program: initiatives aimed at controlling modifiable risk factors (such as smoking, physical inactivity, alcohol consumption, and unhealthy diet), screening, increasing access to health and diagnosis, and managing NCDs in Primary Health Care;• Primary Health Care Strengthening (PHC) Program: initiatives that promote operational improvements, work process organization, team productivity, service integration, institutional capacity-building in public health, and the incorporation of data use and new technologies into the system, with PHC as the coordinator of care;• Fostering Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health Program: initiatives that monitor pregnancy, assess and prevent risks, and promote prevention, management, and monitoring of health conditions in children and adolescents within the context of NCDs and their modifiable risk factors.Learn more about Umane.

What types of institutions and projects does Umane not fund?

Umane does not fund:Projects that do not fall within its programmatic areas (NCDs, PHC strengthening, and women’s/children’s/adolescents’ health);Projects aimed at hospital care or exclusively assistential approaches;Projects from individuals;Events or task forces.Additionally, Umane does not transfer or receive financial resources from the public sector or government institutions.

What are Umane’s project selection formats?

Umane selects projects through calls for proposals, qualified prospecting, active search, referrals, or spontaneous interest from potential partners.

What are the phases for submitting project support requests, and who decides on investments?

The submission phases vary depending on the project type and scope.Call for Proposals: follows predefined criteria described in the call itself.Qualified prospecting, active search, referral, or spontaneous demand:After initial contact, the proposing organization sends the requested information. Meetings are held for presentation and clarification. If the project aligns with Umane’s strategy, the proponent receives the standard documentation for completion.A logical framework of indicators is then jointly developed, and the project is presented to the Philanthropy Committee.With the committee’s recommendation, the proposal is sent to the Executive Board and the Board of Directors. After approval, conditions are agreed upon, the contract is signed, and support begins.

How long does it usually take for a project support request to be approved?

Approval can take 3 to 12 months, depending on:Accuracy and completeness of the required documents;Technical maturity of the proposal;Operational feasibility;External factors such as negotiations with the public sector;Participation of cofunders;Maturity of the proponent in project management.

What type of contract is signed between Umane and the supported project?

Umane commonly uses Donation Agreements with Obligations, though other formats may also be applied. These contracts are established with implementing organizations and ensure donated resources are used efficiently and aligned with Umane’s guidelines.

How are the results of a funded project measured?

Evaluation is carried out through a logical evaluation framework jointly developed between the proponent and the Monitoring & Evaluation team.This framework outlines the sequence of outputs and outcomes and includes specific indicators to track progress, measured through monitoring data and, when necessary, additional data collection.Learn more about Monitoring & Evaluation.

Can I resubmit a proposal that was previously rejected?

Generally, Umane does not recommend resubmitting a rejected proposal. The institution’s decisions are conclusive and ensure resources are directed to aligned projects.However, proponents may submit new and different proposals in the future.

Can I access documentation from previously supported projects?

Umane does not release full documentation of supported projects.However, by reading this FAQ, exploring the “How We Work – Operating Model” section, and reviewing the supported projects, you can better understand Umane’s criteria and processes.

What is the duration of Umane’s support for projects?

The duration varies according to expected objectives and outcomes and may last from a few months to several years.

In which regions does Umane operate?

Umane supports initiatives throughout the entire Brazilian territory.

Women’s, Children’s and Adolescents’ Health Program

Multi-Care Health Services (AMAS)

Levers
Organization of work processes and care pathways within the Health System

Grant type
Model development

São Paulo capital

Beneficiary population
Children and adolescents aged 0 to 17

Initiative supported since 2000

Initiative partners

Managed by the Instituto de Responsabilidade Social Sírio-Libanês (IRSSL) in partnership with the Municipal Government of São Paulo and supported by Umane, the Program for Multi-care Health Services – AMAS Umane offers pediatric care focusing on early diagnosis, timely treatment, prevention, and comprehensive care. Created in 2000 by the Philanthropy Committee of the Hospital Samaritano, the outpatient clinic is the longest-running initiative supported by Umane and completed 25 years in 2025.

Located on Paulista Avenue in São Paulo, AMAS serves children and adolescents from zero to 17 years old referred by Basic Health Units (UBSs) in the Central-West region of the municipality. Care is provided across five medical specialties: cardiology, dermatology, endocrinology, neurology, and pulmonology. The unit also features a multi-care team composed of professionals in psychology, social work, nutrition, and physical education.

The AMAS care model coordinates clinical practice, territory, and daily life to build continuous paths for health care. One of its distinguishing features is the shared discharge, a strategy through which the child or adolescent returns to their original UBS to continue follow-up care in Primary Health Care (PHC). This process helps avoid interruptions in the care of chronic conditions, reduces new crises, and strengthens the link between the specialized outpatient clinic and the public health network.

In 2025, AMAS advanced initiatives to reduce absenteeism through active tracking of patients and adjustments to the healthcare professionals’ schedules. As a result, the monthly average of absences in follow-up appointments fell from 18% in 2024 to 15% in 2025. In the consolidated annual indicator, the clinic ended the year with 17% absenteeism, below the 19% recorded the previous year. The schedule occupancy rate also grew, rising from 94% in 2024 to 97% in 2025.

Another milestone of the period was the increased maturity in the development and management of protocols, such as those for severe acne and shared care, which standardize workflows and enhance integration between AMAS and the UBSs. The unit also launched a waste measurement initiative after participating for the first time in the Healthy Hospitals Seminar, aiming to plan sustainability actions within the service.

As recognition for the improvements in management, quality, and healthcare safety implemented in recent years, AMAS achieved ONA Level 1 accreditation in 2025, granted by the National Accreditation Organization. This certification recognizes healthcare institutions that possess practices, processes, and workflows focused on service quality and patient safety.

Outcome

Improved quality of life for patients, reducing disease progression through proper management and lowering morbidity and mortality rates.

8,358

medical appointments conducted in 2025

2,889

multidisciplinary care visits conducted in 2024

15%

follow-up appointment absenteeism rate (monthly average) in 2025, compared to 18% recorded in 2024

NPS points in satisfaction index (monthly average for 2025)

News

AMAS Umane opens unit on Avenida Paulista

Testimonials

Dra. Evana Monteiro

Medical Coordinator of AMAS Umane

“Aligned with the principles of ‘patient-centered care’ and ‘comprehensive care,’ the new care model considered the growing incidence of chronic conditions in childhood and the need for services that address both disease management and health promotion and prevention of complications, with a special focus on reducing functional impairment later in life.”

Materials

Multi-Care Health Services (AMAS)

Improved quality of life for patients, reducing disease progression through proper management and lowering morbidity and mortality rates.

AMAS Umane opens unit on Avenida Paulista

AMAS Umane on the Instituto de Responsabilidade Social Sírio-Libanês website