Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children
Mission Statement
- FIMRC is a 501(c)3, non-profit organization dedicated to improving pediatric and maternal health in the developing world through the implementation of innovative and self-sustainable health improvement programs. Through its network of outpatient clinics and partnerships, FIMRC asserts a multidimensional strategy that includes clinical services, extensive community outreach efforts and health education programs.
Focus Areas:
- Children, Economic Development, Education, Health, Poverty, Microfinance
Countries Served:
Background:
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Date Founded: 2002Number of Staff: 48Description of Services:
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We strive to accomplish our mission through:
1. Fundraising for the construction of pediatric clinics in areas currently lacking a reliable source for healthcare.
2. Directly influence the health of children by encouraging and supporting individuals and groups who desire to travel to medically underserved areas of the world.
3. Encourage future health leaders to become involved in our purpose by recognizing their achievements. We encourage students to start a FIMRC chapter and participate in local community service activities as well as visit a FIMRC clinic so that they may experience firsthand the goal of healthier children worldwide - the end result of FIMRC's vision.
History:- FIMRC was founded in 2002, is incorporated in Washington, DC and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. The FIMRC team includes dedicated staff and volunteers worldwide who provide the leadership and support necessary to achieve our mission of improving access to health care for children in underserved communities. FIMRC is a self-sustainable organization, with project related funding provided through our volunteer programs. Our programs engage hundreds of volunteers annually who make a contribution in exchange for the experience FIMRC provides. FIMRC Chapters also lend great support in spreading FIMRC's mission, and work to assist our project sites through supply drives and adopting important projects to benefit the communities we serve.
Accomplishments & Progress:-
Since foundation in 2002, FIMRC has expanded to work internationally in nine countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Peru, Uganda, India,
the Philippines, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic. We are proud to have developed the first ever Micro Health Insurance Program at our site in Las Delicias, El Salvador. Please visit our website at www.fimrc.org and contact us at missions@fimrc.org for more information about the work we do globally!
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We strive to accomplish our mission through:
Additional Background Information:
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Rather than only opening volunteer programs during specific weeks, our sites are open year-round and we work with volunteers at all times of the year. This means you are able to craft your experience around your dates of availability!
Our diverse volunteer programs provide several options for international service. Our Global Health Volunteer Program (GHVP) is ideal for those interested in more short-term experiences such as alternative spring, summer, or winter breaks.
Our Summer International Health Fellowship (SIHF) offered in India, Peru, and Nicaragua is a perfect fit for those looking for an intensive daily clinical experience and the opportunity to view an underserved population from within.
Through our Comparative Healthcare Immersion Rotation Program (CHIRP), medical school students complete electives that complement time in the clinic and community setting with a structured curriculum. We also are happy to tailor any volunteer program to your specific interests!
Local Partners:
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Project Alajuelita, Costa Rica: Universal de Idiomas and Costa Rica Undiscovered
Project Las Delicias, El Salvador: El Salvador Ministry of Health, ADESCO, Aura Humanitus
Project Kodaikanal, India: Kodaikanal Health & Medical Services, Betsy Elizabeth Trust
Project Limon, Nicaragua: Nicaragua Ministry of Health, Bigfoot Spanish School
Project Bududa, Uganda: Arlington Academy of Hope, Uganda Ministry of Health, Peace Corps Uganda, Humanity First, Uganda Red Cross, Makerere University
Project Huancayo: Peru Ministry of Health, Universidad Nacional de Trujillo, Universidad Privada Antenor Orrego, Gerencia Regional de Salud, Universidad Nacional del Centro del Peru, SOS Children's Villages, Trujillo Language School
Additional Affiliations:
- National Partners: Michigan State University College of Health Science, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Language Tailor, UPrinting, and Worldwide Risk Management, Inc.
Quality Check:
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Financial Information Verified Year 2014 2013 2012 Total Revenue: $1,167,630 $860,803 $916,945 Expenses: Program Services Expenses: $730,187 (80% of total)$791,464 (84% of total)$692,331 (77% of total)Management & General Expenses: $175,520 (19% of total)$143,897 (15% of total)$197,357 (22% of total)Fundraising Expenses: $12,044 (1% of total)$8,519 (1% of total)$4,124 (0% of total)Total Expenses: $917,751 $943,880 $893,812
Officers and Board:
Contact:
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Address: 1518 Walnut Street
Suite 1504
Philadelphia , PA 19102
United States
Phone: 888-211-8575 Fax: 888-735-6530 Web: http://www.fimrc.org
Photos:
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Health Education in Costa Rica View Full Size Pediatric Clinic in Nicaragua View Full Size Malnutrition Checks in India View Full Size Kids at Health Campaign in the Philippines View Full Size Family Health Checks on Outreach View Full Size Center for Mothers in the DR View Full Size
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