We understand the doubt. There are a lot of scams circulating online. That's why we've gathered all the proof here that we are a legitimate nonprofit, with an active Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) and real, documented actions.
It is not a scam. The SOS Human Help Institute is a nonprofit organization registered with Brazil's Federal Revenue Service under Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) 66.025.652/0001-99, with verified actions and public documentation.
Who we are
The SOS Human Help Institute is a legally established nonprofit organization, headquartered in Indaiatuba, São Paulo, Brazil, dedicated to helping people in vulnerable situations: people experiencing homelessness, families in need, and people with illnesses who lack access to basic care.
We carry out direct action on the streets: we deliver meals, basic food baskets, hygiene kits, support repairs to homes in precarious condition, and help people access medication and medical appointments. All of it is filmed and posted on our Instagram @soshumanhelpus — because transparency isn't a promise, it's a practice.
We are not an anonymous campaign, we do not ask you to send a PayPal payment to a personal account, and we do not promise rewards in return. We are a nonprofit with an official Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ), an identifiable team, and a track record of published actions.
5 proofs that we are not a scam
Active Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ), verifiable with Brazil's Federal Revenue Service
Our Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) 66.025.652/0001-99 is active and can be verified for free on Brazil's Federal Revenue Service website (cnpj.receita.fazenda.gov.br). The recipient name that shows up for any PayPal payment sent to our account is SOS Human Help Institute — not a personal account.
Public documentation available
Our official registration certificate, issued by Brazil's Federal Revenue Service, is published right on our website at soshumanhelp.com. You can view and download the document at any time, without needing to talk to anyone.
Actions recorded and posted on social media
Every action we carry out — meal delivery, home repairs, food basket distribution, medical assistance — is filmed and posted on Instagram @soshumanhelpus. You can see the before, during, and after of every delivery.
Transparent donation policy
We publish our full Donation Policy and Privacy Policy. We explain exactly how every dollar is used and guarantee refunds in cases of proven error.
A team with identified, verifiable contact information
We have a WhatsApp number, an email address, and a registered physical address. Anyone can reach us at (85) 99792-7853 or at institutososhumanhelp@gmail.com and get a response from our team. Scams don't have an identifiable support team.
Official documentation
The registration certificate below was issued by Brazil's Federal Revenue Service and is publicly available on our website. Click the image to view it full size.
Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) Certificate · SOS Human Help Institute
Official document issued by Brazil's Federal Revenue Service
Where every dollar donated goes
Donations go directly to the people we serve. We do not charge administrative expenses out of donations. Here's what we do with every contribution:
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Hot meals on the streets
We prepare and deliver meals to people experiencing homelessness. We have already distributed more than 100 meals, with photos and video of every delivery posted on Instagram.
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Repairs to homes in precarious condition
We repair the homes of families in need: roofing, flooring, walls. We restore dignity, safety, and a true home for those who need it most.
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Basic food baskets and essential supplies
We distribute food baskets, hygiene items, and clothing to families who don't have the bare minimum to survive.
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Medical assistance and medication
We help cover medical appointments, exams, medication, and transportation for people who don't have access to the public health system.
We post photos and videos of every action on Instagram @soshumanhelpus. If you've donated, you can ask us for a personalized report on what was done with your contribution via WhatsApp at (85) 99792-7853.
Frequently asked questions about our legitimacy
How do I verify the Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) is real?
Go to cnpj.receita.fazenda.gov.br (Brazil's Federal Revenue Service registry) and look up Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) 66.025.652/0001-99. You will see the SOS Human Help Institute registered as a nonprofit organization, with active status. The lookup is free and instant.
Does my payment go to a personal account?
No. Our PayPal account is registered under our official Brazilian Tax ID (CNPJ) 66.025.652/0001-99. When you send a payment, the recipient name that appears is SOS Human Help Institute — a registered nonprofit organization, not a personal account. That is one of the biggest differences between a legitimate nonprofit and a scam.
How do I know the photos and videos are real?
Follow us on Instagram @soshumanhelpus. We post our actions with full video, showing the location, the people we're helping, and our team on the ground. We don't use stock images — these are real situations filmed in the field.
Can I request a refund if I have doubts afterward?
We review cases involving duplicate transactions or proven technical errors. Contact us within 7 days with your PayPal receipt via WhatsApp at (85) 99792-7853. Read our full Donation Policy.
I want to talk to someone from the nonprofit before donating.
Of course. Contact us via WhatsApp at (85) 99792-7853 or by email at institutososhumanhelp@gmail.com. We respond the same day. You can also find us on Instagram @soshumanhelpus and send us a direct message.
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