The Institute

By tradition and principle, the Martins Bastos family has always been very connected to philanthropy. That is why in 2011 we created the Maragata Institute (IM), a non-profit institution whose objective is to carry out social actions and promote high-performance sports.

With 49 years of dedication and continuous investment in genetics, structure, processes and people, Maragata has established itself as one of the main horse polo structures in Brazil and one of the most competitive teams in the national high handicap calendar.

Through the support of our partners and sponsors, we create events and projects to raise funds and, aiming to ensure the correct use of resources and greater credibility for donors, IM does not make cash donations, the resources are managed by us and allocated directly to the purchase of materials, renovations, etc.

Horse and foal galloping in arena, watched by people in the stands

Holy Cause Auction

Surfboard in the hands of auctioneer to be sold

Auction No. Attempts

Polo player on horse trying to hit the ball on the lawn

High Performance

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Helvetia Open Champions

Projects

image of polo player, black and white, galloping

Maragata Polo always seeks to stand out in the high handicap championships in which it competes and you can be part of this team through the Sports Incentive Law!

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image of the Uruguayan hospital that is helped by the institute

Since 2007, we have supported Santa Casa de Uruguaiana through family donations and, from 2017 onwards, with the first edition of Remate Santa Causa, we have added donations from third parties.

A total of R$3,311,910.00 has already been donated through Remate Santa Causa, which was used to purchase equipment and renovate the Neonatal ICU, nursery, pediatrics, milk bank, newborn care room, and we continue with new demands.

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image of a family consisting of a man, woman, boy and girl, who were helped by the institute

Project that began in 2016 with the birth of Valencia, João Gaspar and Nathalia's first daughter, after a 7-year struggle with infertility and 9 fertility treatments. We help low-income couples by paying 100% of the cost of treatments. More than 40 couples have gone through the project and we continue to do so! A total of R$714,727.66 has been raised for this project since 2019.

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aerial image of the Porto Alegre flood showing an entire neighborhood flooded

The Institute, despite having its own purpose and projects always focused on children, occasionally helps causes that we feel obligated to, such as the case of the floods in Rio Grande do Sul, the state where our roots and family are.

More than R$120 thousand reais have already been donated and used to purchase veterinary products, food for the homeless, clothes and utensils.

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On

A few years ago, an initiative emerged that would become a symbol of solidarity and support in the community: the Maragata Institute. Created by the Martins Bastos family, the Institute began modestly, but with a clear purpose: to help where help was most needed and always focusing on children.

The first steps were taken by supporting Santa Casa de Uruguaiana, a hospital facing financial difficulties. This initial gesture of generosity quickly turned into something bigger, as the family and the local community realized other needs.

Over time, the Maragata Institute expanded its activities, embracing other humanitarian causes.

One of the most significant milestones in the Institute’s journey was the emergence of the N.tentativas project.

This project was born in 2016 with the birth of Valencia, João Gaspar and Nathalia's first daughter, after a 7-year struggle with infertility and 9 fertility treatments. We help low-income couples by paying 100% of the cost of treatments. More than 40 couples have already participated in the project and we are looking forward to more!

Over the years, the Maragata Institute has continued to forge its path, guided by its core values of solidarity, compassion, and integrity. Its impact on the Uruguaiana community has only grown, inspiring others to join the cause and becoming a shining example of the transformative power of human kindness.

Today, the Maragata Institute is a widely recognized and respected institution, but its essence remains the same: a beacon of hope and support for those who need it most, living proof that, together, we can make a difference and build a better world for everyone.

Foto com mesas escolares que foram doadas pelo instituto

Mission

"Our purpose is to promote well-being in communities through the care of children,"

Vision

" Investing in children's health means taking care of

well-being of the whole family ."

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Values

Humanitarian Commitment: We commit to acting with compassion and empathy, placing the needs of others at the center of our actions.

Integrity: We base our activities on honesty, transparency and ethics, always maintaining the trust of those we support and the community.

Collaboration: We recognize the importance of teamwork and partnerships with other entities to maximize our impact and achieve our goals.

Excellence: We constantly seek excellence in everything we do, from supporting institutions to meeting individual needs, ensuring the quality and effectiveness of our actions.

Respect for Diversity: We value diversity in all its forms and strive to create an inclusive environment where all people feel respected and valued.