Hands of Compassion International

For many of us, a visit to the doctor is a routine occurrence. Americans on average visit a doctor over three times a year; nearly five times per year for those older than 45. Some 1.3 billion drugs are prescribed for use in 60% of these visits.

It is not like that throughout the world.

Each morning the homeless and destitute awaken on dirt alleys and streets in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Those families fortunate to own or rent housing live in dilapidated structures that often support leaky roofs, inadequate plumbing, and untreated water.

Some 65% of this city’s near 3 million inhabitants live below the poverty line. The average family earns $1,490 a year. Four out of ten people earn under $2 a day. Nearly 45% of children suffer from malnutrition.

Medical treatment is beyond the reach of ordinary citizens of Guayaquil. It is not affordable. No money, little hope.

Hands of Compassion International is helping the poor and underprivileged of Guayaquil. But we need your help! For just pennies a day you can make a profound impact on the health and well-being of people in need.