The Chimbote Foundation’s Mission
The Chimbote Foundation was created to provide a bridge of love, hope, faith and financial support to care for the poorest of the poor in Chimbote through the Center for Social Works – a maternity hospital, outpatient clinic, clinical laboratory, pharmacy and home for abandoned and neglected children – serving hundreds of thousands since the mid-1960s.
2020 Summer Ambassador Mission Trip
Now Accepting Applications!
The Chimbote Foundation welcomes university students and religious educators to apply for a $1,500 scholarship to be used towards a trip to Chimbote, Peru, during the Summer of 2020.
Spend a week in Chimbote learning about the Foundation’s mission, working 1:1 with the poorest of the poor and experiencing how making an impact on their lives can impact your own.
NEW PODCAST
A Beautiful, Uplifting Story about Catholic Faith in Action!
Attorney Gretchen Roos and Deacon Tim Noca of the Chimbote Foundation board of directors discuss a half century of help and hope offered for the poorest of the poor in Chimbote, Peru. They were interviewed recently by Father Tom Burke for the diocese’s “Catholic Education Plus” radio program on KDKA-AM.
Diocesan Mission in Chimbote, Peru
2019 CHIMBOTE MISSION VIDEO
When Did We See You, Lord … ?
Missionaries share their experience of serving the poorest of the poor in the Diocese of Pittsburgh’s medical mission in Chimbote, Peru.
Annual Missions to Chimbote
Our missionaries are doing Christ’s work in this far away land, and through His grace, are providing hope for the poor of Peru while sustaining them body and soul, and renewing their sense of dignity.
How You Can Get Involved
“By taking the walk together, you can ensure that the people of Chimbote will not walk the streets alone.”
— Bishop David A. Zubik
Chimbote Foundation Fundraising Events
Much of our Foundation’s support comes through our fundraising activities, including dinners and golf outings. Please show your support by attending these vital events and help build awareness about the important work we’re doing. Find out how you can support our missions.
WEEKLY PRAYER REFLECTION
“Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” — James 1:2-3
Heavenly Father, this week we pray for the people in Chimbote and everywhere who accept crosses in life gracefully and choose to focus on sharing the joy of the Gospel with those around them.
LATEST BLOG POST
Celebrating a Fantastic Milestone: The 100,000th Baby Born at the Maternidad!
The 100,000th baby born at the Maternidad de Maria arrived with fanfare and excitement on October 20, 2019, at 4:35 pm! “Baby 100K” was a healthy baby boy, weighing just over 7 pounds.
Upcoming Events & Fundraisers
There are no upcoming events.
Learn more about our annual events.
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By joining the Chimbote Foundation mailing list, you’ll receive the latest updates about our missions, fundraisers and stories. You’ll also learn more about new opportunities to help us make the greatest impact on these desperately poor people.