A Dream Realized in Bolivia

Marcia S • November 12, 2015
We are incredibly excited to announce that HOPE worldwide Bolivia officially opened The International Medical Center in La Paz, Bolivia on October 3, 2015. The Center provides high-quality medical care that is a sustainable social enterprise, which means that the clinic proceeds will go towards supporting health services and social programs run by HOPE worldwide Bolivia and our partnership Foundation Arco Iris. These services and programs are focused on meeting the needs of the poorest and most vulnerable children and families in La Paz.

During our opening celebration weekend, the HOPE worldwide Bolivia team welcomed a number of our donors and supporters who came from all parts of the globe.
HOPE worldwide Bolivia, HOPE worldwide CEO, HOPE worldwide Chief Development Officer

(l-r)Noelle Broyles and Dr. Kevin Broyles, HOPE worldwide Bolivia, Robert Carrillo, HOPE worldwide CEO and Russ Hargrove, HOPE worldwide Chief Development Officer.

Children from Foundation Arco Iris performed a traditional Bolivian dance for the guests.

Children from Foundation Arco Iris performed a traditional Bolivian dance for the guests.

Dr. Gary Jacques, Vice President of HOPEworldwide Health and Social Services.

Father José, President of Foundation Arco Iris, with Dr. Gary Jacques, Vice President of HOPEworldwide Health and Social Services. 

Official grand opening of the clinic

Saturday morning was the official grand opening of the clinic.  More than 180 people attended the ceremony including Dr. Ramiro Narvaez, General Director of Hospital Arco Iris; Father José, President of Foundation Arco Iris; Chargé Peter Brennan and his wife, Lizanne, with the US Embassy; Morayma Bak, President of Arco Iris America; Kevin Martinez, Vice Mayor of Zona Sur; Dr. Elma Simon, Director of Lab Clinics and many others. 


Thank you for your support and sacrifice.  Because of you, we are able to continue to bring hope and change lives here in Bolivia!  Click here to see more great photos from opening weekend.

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