Gustavo was the Clinic's on-the-ground Chief Protector. Everyone knew and respected Gustavo. He was a commanding gentle-giant strongman, with kind eyes and a beaming smile. It was not a coincidence that the only time our Clinic pharmacy suffered an attempted robbery many years ago was during Gustavo's vacation. They wouldn't have dared mess with him...
Dear Friend of the Roberto Clemente Health Clinic, Since 2004, your support has helped us provide essential healthcare to some of the poorest families in southwestern Nicaragua. We're grateful for your continued partnership in this vital work! But I have one important question...
Dear Friend of our NicaClinic, In southwestern Nicaragua right now, there's a child who stands at a crossroads. This child might be living with a single mother struggling to make ends meet. They might have a learning disability that makes school especially challenging. They might be suffering from a chronic health condition that goes untreated. Or they...
Dear NicaClinic Supporter, Ricardo's story is one of my favorites to tell...
Dear NicaClinic Supporter, "Before I had a Padrino, I didn't think anyone outside my village would ever care about my child's future." This is what we often hear from the families of children in our sponsor-a-child program, Padrino. Below you'll see a picture of a Madrina from the U.S. visiting her child, Yader, who requires visits to a...
Dear NicaClinic Friends and Family, It is my privilege to share with you two special video messages from remarkable women who embody the mission and spirit of our organization. In belated honor of International Women's Day (March 8, 2025), I want to highlight the dedication and compassion of dedicated nurse Lidieth Marin and pharmacy assistant Jaqueline...