by Chimbote Foundation | Aug 30, 2021 | COS Updates
It has been nearly a year and a half since we have had heavy restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 virus. This has changed everything at the Center. All our activities are controlled by public health mandates and government restrictions. Although the country is...
by Chimbote Foundation | Jun 7, 2021 | COS Updates
As Americans are seeing COVID-19 cases lessen in the United States due to vaccinations, our sisters and brothers in Peru and other South American countries are experiencing a surge of the virus with no end in sight. The first wave of the pandemic last Spring was very...
by Chimbote Foundation | Jul 22, 2020 | Maternidad de Maria
June 9, 1950 – July 6, 2020 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. — Matthew 5:4 It is with heavy hearts that we must inform you that after a two-week battle with COVID-19, Teresa Salinas Altuna, medical director for the Center for Social Works in...
by Chimbote Foundation | May 23, 2020 | Fundraising Events
Sister Lillian counsels a patient during a home visit.* Special Day of Giving for COVID-19 inspires a generous response On May 5, the Chimbote Foundation participated in a special Day of Giving for non-profits affected by the coronavirus. Many in-person charitable...
by Chimbote Foundation | Apr 15, 2020 | COS Updates
Government restrictions drastically impact services to the poor During the coronavirus pandemic, we hear daily reminders of the importance of basic hygiene and social distancing: wash your hands frequently, clean surfaces diligently, isolate in your home, only go...