activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 4
- Annual volunteer medical trips to Bolivia International Volunteer & Humanitarian Trips to MexicoOrganizes annual work trips to Montero, Bolivia, bringing physicians, medical students, and other professionals to deliver care, conduct family visits, and plan ongoing support; includes recent trips in June 2024 and reconnection visits after periods of virtual engagement.
- Family engagement in treatment programs Child and Family Team CoordinationFormalizes parent involvement as the primary point of contact in children's treatment plans through contractual agreements, ensuring family-centered care delivery at La Escuelita.
- Medical and social intervention programs in Montero, Bolivia Mobile and Fixed Community Medical ClinicsProvides lifesaving and life-altering medical care to children in Montero, Bolivia, through direct clinical services, patient examinations, and coordinated interventions delivered by physician volunteers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Operation of La Escuelita ('Mi Hogar') school and therapy center Residential Care & Therapy for Children with DisabilitiesRuns La Escuelita, a wheelchair-accessible school and therapy center in Montero that provides daily physical therapy, weekly speech and occupational therapy, special education, and nutritious snacks to children with disabilities, alongside community workshops on prenatal care, nutrition, and women's health.
capacity building · 3
- Fundraising and grant-based financial support Fundraising & Donation ManagementRelies on family foundations and private grants to sustain ongoing operations and program delivery in Bolivia.
- Organizational writing and communications support Science & Health CommunicationsEngages in writing and editing efforts to support organizational documentation, storytelling, and communication needs.
- Training and capacity building for healthcare workers Community Health Worker TrainingProvides training, enrichment classes, and professional development for local healthcare workers and Community Health Workers at La Escuelita to strengthen local care delivery capacity.
strategies · 7
how they think
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- Collaborative Healthcare Delivery collaborative_healthcare_deliveryDelivers quality, affordable healthcare to underserved populations through strategic collaboration with partners, enhancing reach and effectiveness.
- Education and Economic Access Expansion education_and_economic_accessExpands access to education and economic support as part of a broader mission to empower individuals, leveraging personal experience to inform programming.
- Holistic, Patient-Centered Support for Children holistic supportThe organization addresses interconnected medical, social, and educational needs of children with chronic conditions and special healthcare needs, providing personalized, compassionate care to maximize long-term outcomes and help each child reach their full potential.
- Inclusive Education Integration inclusive educationProvides a rare inclusive educational model in Bolivia that serves both children with special needs and mainstream students together, promoting equity and access within the education system.
- Locally-Led, Community-Based Care locally-led developmentThe organization believes that sustainable impact comes from empowering local leaders and organizations; it funds local experts, supports community health workers and scholars, and collaborates with on-the-ground partners to assess needs and deliver care.
- Responsive and 100% Direct Funding Model responsive_fundingThe organization channels 100% of donations directly to the care of medically fragile children, ensuring that funds are used efficiently and responsively for medical and social interventions, inspired by the legacy of Rosa Vera Marino.
- Supporting Self-Sufficiency Through Partnerships supporting_self_sufficiencyEmpowers individuals living in poverty by supporting self-sufficiency, primarily through partner organizations that implement locally relevant solutions.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
La Escuelita "Mi Hogar"
A school and community center in Montero, Bolivia that provides education, physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy for children with special needs, as well as community workshops on prenatal care, nutrition, and women’s health
Medical Work Trips
Annual trips by U.S.-based medical professionals to Montero to conduct patient evaluations, family visits, and clinical support in partnership with local health providers
Parent Support Groups
Program that engages parents as key partners in treatment, beginning with initial interviews and formalized through participation contracts to ensure continuity of care
relationships · 18
who they work with
- CSRA Partner — Jacqueline Rosado Perez is the Regional Administrator for CSRA and has worked there since 1992.
- CSRA Partner — Mitma Claure Alcocer, Coordinator of the RVF, started her work with CSRA in 1990.
- Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc. Partner — Darlene Melk, CMO of Rosa Vera Fund, is also the CMO of Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc.
- Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc. Partner — Jonathan Melk, CEO of Rosa Vera Fund, is also the CEO of Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc.
- Consejo de Salud Rural Andino (CSRA) Partner — CSRA was forced to close its primary care operations after failing to come to an agreement with local political authorities.
- Consejo de Salud Rural Andino (CSRA) Partner — Jointly operates La Escuelita, a school and therapy center in Montero, Bolivia.
- Denville Pediatrics Funder — Receives an annual donation from Dr. Krekamey Craig's pediatric practice.
- El Consejo De Salud Rural Andino, Montero (CSRAM) Partner — Works with CSRAM, whose director, Dr. Dardo Chávez Soleto, has been the executive director since 1989.
- Family foundations Partner — Provides ongoing support to run programs through private grants and funding
- IBM Global Services Partner — Tina Beyers, CFO of RVF, previously worked with IBM Global Services.
- La Consejo de Salud Rural Andino Partner — Works with La Consejo de Salud Rural Andino to understand community needs.
- Major League Soccer Partner — Seth Lane, Board Member and Treasurer of RVF, is the head of network infrastructure at Major League Soccer.
- New York Foundation for the Arts Partner — Tina Beyers, CFO of RVF, previously worked with the New York Foundation for the Arts.
- Open Horizon Funder — Received a grant from their family foundation.
- Robin Hood Foundation Partner — Tina Beyers, CFO of RVF, previously worked as controller at the Robin Hood Foundation.
- Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Inc. Partner — Tina Beyers, CFO of RVF, is also the CFO at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, Inc.
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation Partner — Tina Beyers, CFO of RVF, previously worked as controller at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foundation.
- Thomson Reuters Partner — Laura Sweet, Board Member for Design and Website, is a Lead UX Designer at Thomson Reuters.