

In Ecuador, there are no such systems as the NHS, nor government benefit programs. So the people depend on NGOs and Charities for some of their most basic needs, especially the poor.

Gonzalo's brother, who is a doctor, also gives of his time and expertise to the needy in his country. Here he is giving a free medical check to a handicapped patient.
Activities include a training course for other volunteers called 12 Founation Stones. Here are photos of the graduation of those finishing the course.
"Chocolatito" is the name of a program for deprived children, which often involves the apprearance of a clown!