July 2025 newsletter

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Isla Boca del Río Viejo Receives Drinking Water for the First Time Thanks to a L 15.9 Million Project

After decades without access to this vital resource, the community of Isla Boca del Río Viejo celebrates the arrival of drinking water. FUNDESUR has inaugurated the first phase of the Mega Drinking Water Project, an initiative that will transform the lives of more than six communities in the municipality of Marcovia.

With an investment of L 15.9 million, this initial stage — the most complex in technical and geographical terms — marks a turning point for hundreds of families. For the first time, safe, treated, and quality-guaranteed water flows into the homes of Isla Boca del Río Viejo, an area historically excluded from access to basic services.

The infrastructure put into operation includes storage tanks, pumping systems, a water treatment plant, and a distribution network of more than 11 kilometers in length. Each component has been designed to provide sustainability and dignity to the beneficiary communities.

This achievement has been made possible thanks to the valuable partnership between FUNDESUR, Operación Bendición, Global Brigades, the Municipality of Marcovia, and the organized community, who together have accomplished what for years seemed unattainable.

The arrival of water marks the beginning of a new chapter of health, development, and hope for Isla Boca del Río Viejo.

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Tenth Container of Medical Aid Arrives in Honduras Thanks to Alliance with MAP International

FUNDESUR recently received the tenth container of medical aid as part of its strategic alliance with MAP International, an organization committed to improving access to health care in vulnerable communities around the world.

This new shipment, valued at more than L 4.1 million, includes essential medical supplies such as syringes, masks, gloves, thermometers, IV fluids, gowns, and other indispensable materials for patient care in Honduras’ public health centers.

In a national context where more than 60% of public health centers face shortages of basic supplies, this type of support represents an urgent and vital response for thousands of people who depend on the healthcare system.

Thanks to this sustained collaboration, FUNDESUR continues to strengthen its medical response capacity and provide relief to communities that face economic and geographical barriers to accessing dignified and timely healthcare.

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Construction Advances on the New Clinical Laboratory in Las Acacias, Choluteca

After two and a half weeks of intense work, the construction of the new Clinical Laboratory in Las Acacias, Choluteca is showing significant progress. The foundation has been completed, and the walls are beginning to rise, marking a firm step toward more accessible and dignified healthcare for thousands of people.

Brick by brick, this project is taking shape as a concrete response to the needs of more than 16,000 residents who will soon have a diagnostic center close to home. The facility will enable timely and accurate clinical testing, contributing to improved healthcare quality in the region.

This laboratory is not just a physical building, but also a symbol of hope and commitment to the right to health. FUNDESUR continues to move forward with determination, proving that where others see need, we see opportunities to transform lives.

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ChildFund Honduras Donates More than L 1.6 Million in Medical and Hygiene Supplies to FUNDESUR

FUNDESUR received a valuable donation of L 1,630,363 from ChildFund Honduras, consisting of medical supplies and hygiene products that will directly benefit vulnerable communities in the south of the country.

This contribution will strengthen the supply chain of the 10 health centers where FUNDESUR provides continuous medical care and will be a tangible relief for families facing illnesses without the resources needed for proper treatment.

The aid will especially reach mothers, children, and the elderly who depend on these centers for essential services. Beyond its monetary value, this donation represents solidarity in action and a firm commitment to health as a universal right.

On behalf of FUNDESUR, we express our deep gratitude to ChildFund for being an active ally in building a fairer and more accessible healthcare system for all.

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FUNDESUR and Proyecto Mirador Deliver 81 Improved Stoves to Families in Namasigüe

In a new community impact effort, FUNDESUR and Proyecto Mirador delivered the second batch of 2x3 stoves in the municipality of Namasigüe, directly benefiting 81 mothers in the communities of El Jiote and Nueva Unión.

These improved stoves allow cooking without smoke, without eye irritation, and without the respiratory risks caused by traditional open fires. This change represents a significant improvement in the health, well-being, and safety of families, especially women and children.

Stories like those of María, Benita, Lidia, and Ana reflect how a single concrete action can transform lives. Their smiles upon receiving these new stoves speak of relief, dignity, and hope.

This initiative reaffirms the commitment of FUNDESUR and its partners to promote sustainable solutions that improve quality of life in the most vulnerable communities of southern Honduras.

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FUNDESUR Donates Medical Supplies to Hospital María, Pediatric Specialties, Thanks to Support from MAP International

As part of the impact generated by the tenth container of medical aid received from MAP International, FUNDESUR made a significant donation to Hospital María, Pediatric Specialties in Tegucigalpa, reaffirming its commitment to Honduran children.

The delivery included essential medical supplies such as gloves, syringes, masks, and other materials used daily in the care of thousands of boys and girls treated at this hospital, a national reference in child healthcare. This donation is valued at more than L 220,000, but its true impact is measured in lives saved, timely treatments, and hope for hundreds of families.

In a country where resources are often insufficient and mothers sometimes return home without the medicines they need, supporting Hospital María is an act of responsibility and solidarity. FUNDESUR is proud to be part of this collective effort to ensure more dignified and humane care for the children of Honduras.

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FUNDESUR Receives Eleventh Container of Medical Aid Valued at More than L 22 Million

With deep gratitude, FUNDESUR announces the reception of the eleventh container of medical supplies thanks to its ongoing alliance with MAP International. This 40-cubic-foot shipment, valued at L 22,759,323, represents more than just supplies — it represents hope, relief, and life for thousands of people in vulnerable situations.

Each unloaded box contains vital medical supplies that will be distributed to 30 health institutions located in the departments of Choluteca, Valle, Francisco Morazán, Olancho, and Copán, where access to medicines remains a major challenge.

This donation will strengthen healthcare in areas with high shortages, bringing peace of mind to mothers, strength to patients, and direct support to healthcare teams working daily with limited resources.

Through this joint effort, we reaffirm our commitment to reaching where we are most needed, with concrete actions that save lives.