At FIMRC Costa Rica, we believe that meaningful partnerships have the power to transform lives. This vision has taken a new step forward with the recent collaboration with the Universidad San Judas Tadeo (USJT), a partnership designed to strengthen community health and expand access to quality medic...

Stories of care, connection, and courage from FIMRC’s global communities.

Across FIMRC’s project sites, families, volunteers, and local health workers come together with a shared purpose — to build healthier, stronger communities. Our #GlobalHealthStories | From the Field series brings you real mom...

At FIMRC Costa Rica, we are privileged to witness stories that remind us why global health and community support matter. One of the most touching journeys we’ve been part of is that of the Gutiérrez Alvarado family, a story rooted in resilience, unconditional love, and the power of healthcare to cha...

For many, the holiday season means family gatherings, cozy traditions, and festive celebrations. But what if this year, you could give yourself the gift of impact—spending Christmas and New Year in another country, serving communities in need, and experiencing the warmth of a local family?

Through ...

Volunteering abroad is more than just travel—it’s about stepping into the heart of global health challenges and contributing to real solutions. At FIMRC, our Global Health Volunteer Program (GHVP) gives you the chance to take on meaningful roles across our sites in Peru, Ecuador, Costa Rica, and Uga...

In July, FIMRC Costa Rica welcomed a vibrant group of 22 high school students from across the United States as part of the Travel for Teens international learning trip. Many of them arrived curious about healthcare, eager to explore what a career in the field might look like. Over the course of one ...

When Morgan Buckley first arrived at Project Alajuelita in Costa Rica at just 16, she didn’t know what to expect. With no medical background, she assumed she would mostly observe. Instead, she was surprised by how immersive and hands-on the experience turned out to be.

“I was pleasantly surprised w...

At FIMRC, our mission is to make quality healthcare accessible to underserved communities around the world—and we couldn’t do it without the passion and dedication of our global volunteers. One of our most inspiring stories this year comes from Hernando Magallanes, a recent Biochemistry and Molecula...

Cindy is a fourth year medical student at Marian University and repeat FIMRC volunteer. She spent the month of April as a volunteer at Project Alajuelita, Costa Rica and wrote an initial reflection after her first week. Below is her final reflection after completing her volunteer experience. 

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