Thriving Tribes Foundation

Thriving Tribes Foundation

Protecting the Amazon

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Who We Are

About Our Foundation

A newly founded organization dedicated to protecting indigenous communities and preserving the Amazon rainforest through partnership, respect, and action.

What Guides Us

Our Values

Respect

We honor indigenous wisdom, traditions, and self-determination, working as partners rather than imposing external solutions.

Sustainability

Our programs are designed for long-term impact, supporting communities in ways that strengthen their resilience and autonomy.

Protection

We advocate fiercely for indigenous rights and work to protect both communities and their ancestral lands from external threats.

How We Work

Our Partnership Approach

Thriving Tribes Foundation works in partnership with established nonprofits and indigenous organizations that have direct relationships with Amazon communities. We provide funding, resources, and support to these trusted partners who have the cultural knowledge and community connections necessary for effective, respectful collaboration with indigenous tribes.

The People Behind the Work

Meet the Team

Leo Oliveira

Leo Oliveira

Founder

A high school student at Berkeley Preparatory School and Borlaug Scholar — a prestigious recognition from the World Food Prize Foundation. Passionate about ending food insecurity among the Yanomami people and selected to attend the Global Youth Institute.

Dr. Guilherme H. Oliveira

Dr. Guilherme H. Oliveira

Medical Director

Distinguished cardiologist specializing in Heart Failure and Transplantation at Tampa General Hospital, bringing critical medical expertise to support indigenous communities in the remote Amazon where specialized care is scarce.

Cally Bekhor

Cally Bekhor

Legal Advisor

Licensed attorney based in Tampa, Florida, specializing in criminal defense. Actively committed to charitable causes and community service, including participation in the Tampa Bay Heart Walk.

Dr. Eduardo Sotomayor, MD

Dr. Eduardo Sotomayor, MD

Medical Advisor

Board-certified hematologist and oncologist with extensive cancer research experience. Committed to compassionate, culturally-sensitive healthcare for underserved and indigenous communities.

Dr. Guillermo Torre-Amione

Dr. Guillermo Torre-Amione

Research Advisor

Distinguished cardiologist and researcher, President of TecSalud and VP of Research at Tecnológico de Monterrey. Author of 170+ peer-reviewed manuscripts in heart failure and cardiac transplantation.

Join Our Team

We're always looking for passionate individuals who share our commitment to indigenous rights. Whether you're a lawyer, healthcare professional, anthropologist, or community organizer, there are many ways to contribute.

Get Involved

Join Our Mission

Together, we can protect indigenous rights and preserve the Amazon for future generations.