The floods that put the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul in a state of calamity forced over 1 million people to leave their homes. A large number of individuals and institutions are mobilizing to help those affected by the tragedy. However, it is necessary to be careful about how this help reaches those who truly need it.
The government of Rio Grande do Sul has opened a donation channel – SOS Rio Grande do Sul account. The resources will be fully used for humanitarian support to the flood victims and for the reconstruction of the municipalities’ infrastructure.
With the official donation channel, the government centralizes financial aid, provides security to donors, and increases transparency in the allocation of funds, as the movement of resources will be audited and supervised by public authorities.Donation Details
Pix: CNPJ: 92.958.800/0001-38
Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul or Association of Banks in the State of Rio Grande do Sul
Attention: when making the transaction, confirm that the account name displayed is “SOS Rio Grande do Sul” and that the bank is Banrisul.
International Donations
The State government has also activated channels for international donations. With this action, the government expands the possibilities for raising funds and allows people and organizations from around the world to contribute to the emergency situation.
To donate, use the following details and instructions:
Euro
Standard Chartered Bank – Frankfurt
Swift: SCBLDEFX
Account: 007358304
Beneficiary bank: Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul S/A – Head office
Swift: BRGSBRRS
Beneficiary: Association of Banks in the State of Rio Grande do Sul
CNPJ: 92.958.800/0001-38
Iban: BR5392702067001000645423206C1
American Dollar
Standard Chartered Bank – New York
Swift: SCBLUS33
Account: 3544032986001
Beneficiary bank: Banco do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul S/A – Head office
Swift: BRGSBRRS
Beneficiary: ASSOCIATION OF BANKS IN THE STATE OF RIO GRANDE DO SUL
CNPJ: 92.958.800/0001-38
Iban: BR5392702067001000645423206C1
In all cases, you must provide:
Iban Code: BR5392702067001000645423206C1
Name: Association of Banks in the State of Rio Grande do Sul
CNPJ: 92.958.800/0001-38
Beware of scams
To avoid fraud, pay attention to the important information below. This ensures that the transfer of funds occurs safely and that the money reaches those who need help.
• Make sure you are receiving official information, for example, from the State government website or social media accounts.
• Be cautious of links sent in messaging apps. Confirm who sent it and if it is truly reliable.
• Ensure that the institution you are donating to openly provides its details, allowing you to contact them if you have questions.
PIX
• If you choose to donate via pix, confirm the authenticity of the indicated QR Code or key.
• The recipient’s name must also be verified at the time of the transaction. The account indicated by the State is SOS Rio Grande do Sul.
• Also check the destination bank of the transaction. The SOS Rio Grande do Sul account was created at Banrisul.
• Conduct pix transactions only in your financial institution’s app and never provide your key or identification on unknown websites.
For more information, visit: https://sosenchentes.rs.gov.br/inicial