Here are some links to sites that may be useful....
Jingando Holidays offers group and tailormade trips to Brazil, focusing on meaningful volunteering, music, dance, learning and immersion in Brazilian culture.
Funky, ethically produced trainers from Brazil - loads of colours and great for travelling as light and machine washable
Read about and support a local community project in Santa Teresa that offers young people alternative activities after school in order to prevent their involvement with gang culture ( a very common phenomena in low income communities (favelas) of Rio).
All restuarants, bars, samba clubs located in Lapa and their entertainment programs - site in Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro and Brazil travel reservations including hotels, vacation packages, flights, rental cars, tours, attractions, and more.
Accommodation, Vacation and Villa Rentals around the world
Travel Portal for Brazil