Clinica de Esperanza-Clinic of Hope

Dear Supporters:

This is our first progress report, as we are new to global giving. We have been here in Honduras at the Clinica de Esperanza and Tegucigalpa discussing the best approach to administrate funds received thus far. As only a small percentage has been raised of the goal we are concentrating on the places where there is the greatest need. 

Currently sending containers of Humanitarian supplies and Medical supplies has become financially difficult. While we are working to resolve these difficulties with the Honduran government, we are researching new avenues to provide health care to the poor. Our Executive Director, Tim Hines, will be here in a few days and will be discussing these difficulties with the recently elected Honduran government. Until these problems are resolved, we have found several outlets for purchasing medications wholesale. We chose "Distribidora Nazereth" as their prices were resonable and mediations were an acceptable quality. 

The clinic staff and myself decided the medications are the highest need at present. Without them, we can diagnose but not treat. Our dedicated staff decided not to take a raise in pay at this time, even though they are understaffed and have not had a raise in 2 years. Their dedication to the poor and the needs of the clinic are admirable. They are willing to do their part to help their own country.  Currently we are purchasing medications with the money received to date. 

Thank you for all your support,