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§ Angel Group · Sao Paulo, Brazil
Non-profit fostering angel investment in Brazil, connecting angel investors with early-stage startups, educating & advocating.
Anjos do Brasil is a non-profit organization that connects early-stage and innovative startups with angel investors and advocates for supportive public policies, headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil. The entity operates the largest angel investor network in the country, encompassing more than 15 regional hubs and over 500 active members. Funded through investor membership fees, corporate sponsorships, and event ticket sales, the organization has facilitated over 230 startup investments and employs approximately 282 to 369 individuals across its various affiliates. Executive director Maria Rita Spina Bueno helps oversee the network's educational resources and ecosystem development initiatives. These operations include publishing annual research reports that tracked approximately R$ 984 million in domestic angel investment during the 2022 fiscal year and hosting the widely attended Congresso de Investimento Anjo. The organization was officially founded in 2011 by entrepreneur Cassio Spina.
Key people at Anjos do Brasil.
Anjos do Brasil was founded in 2011 by Cassio Spina (Founder / Chairman of the Board).
Anjos do Brasil is a leading non-profit angel investor network in Brazil, dedicated to fostering the growth of angel investing and entrepreneurship. Its mission is to connect angel investors with innovative startups, sharing knowledge, experience, and business opportunities to accelerate the development of high-impact companies. The network supports entrepreneurs by providing access to capital, mentorship, and a broad community of investors, primarily focusing on early-stage ventures across diverse sectors. By promoting angel investment culture and facilitating regional angel groups, Anjos do Brasil plays a crucial role in Brazil’s startup ecosystem, helping to create companies with high added value and technological innovation[2][3].
Founded in 2011 by Cassio Spina, Anjos do Brasil emerged to address the need for a structured angel investing community in Brazil. The organization was created to educate government authorities and the public about the benefits of angel investing and to build a national network of angel investors. Over time, it has grown into the largest angel investor network in Brazil, with over 500 active members spread across more than 10 regional hubs nationwide. This expansion has enabled it to support a wide range of startups and foster a culture of investment that combines financial resources with investor expertise and relationships[2][3].
Anjos do Brasil rides the global trend of early-stage angel investing as a critical driver of innovation and economic development. The timing is significant as Brazil’s startup ecosystem matures and requires more structured capital sources beyond venture capital. Angel investors fill this gap by providing not only funding but also strategic guidance and networks, which are essential for startup growth in emerging markets. By advocating for supportive public policies and fostering regional angel groups, Anjos do Brasil influences the broader ecosystem by increasing the availability of early-stage capital and improving the success rate of innovative ventures in Brazil[2].
Looking ahead, Anjos do Brasil is poised to expand its influence by deepening its regional presence and increasing the volume and quality of angel investments. Trends such as digital transformation, fintech, healthtech, and sustainability will likely shape its investment focus. As Brazil’s startup ecosystem grows, the network’s role in educating new investors and advocating for favorable policies will be crucial. Its continued emphasis on combining capital with expertise positions it to remain a cornerstone of Brazil’s entrepreneurial landscape, helping startups scale and contribute to economic development[2][3].
Key people at Anjos do Brasil.
Anjos do Brasil has 3 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $330K Seed in Guapeco in October 2025.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2025 | Guapeco | $330K Seed | — | Investidores.vc |
| Feb 9, 2024 | Plano | $440K Seed | — | Bossanova Investimentos, FEA Angels, Levain Ventures, Rozallah Santoro, Quintal Ventures, SAI DO Papel, Westwood Capital |
| Jan 1, 2022 | EasyJur | $4.0M Series U | — | Investidores.vc |
Anjos do Brasil was founded in 2011 by Cassio Spina (Founder / Chairman of the Board).