Global Healthcare Assistance to Guatemala
In a country where nearly 60% of the population lives in poverty, the constitutional right to healthcare is a promise waiting to be fulfilled. We've witnessed this reality firsthand in Guatemala's public hospitals, where brilliant, dedicated surgeons possess incredible skill but are limited by a severe lack of resources. Our journey began in 2014, not as outsiders, but as partners. We've worked side-by-side with these local physicians, building relationships founded on mutual respect and a shared goal. Aid Via Action was born from this partnership. We don’t just provide temporary aid; we invest in the foundation of their healthcare system. By providing crucial resources and fostering educational opportunities, we empower local physicians to deliver the high-quality, compassionate surgical care their own communities deserve, creating a lasting and self-sufficient impact.
We operate on a core principle of ethical engagement. Our goal is to provide meaningful support, not to promote global health tourism. Every aspect of our process is designed to honor this commitment.
What We Do
Founded in April 2021, Aid Via Action Inc. (AVA) is dedicated to addressing the medical needs of patients in El Petén, Guatemala. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and donors can deduct all contributions under IRC Section 170. Guided by a dedicated board of directors, our sole mission is to eliminate the healthcare disparities imposed by geographic location.
