Road Trip Time – Put Some Fuel in the Truck!

The Great American Fire/ Rescue Road Trip – Driving for a Great Cause

If there is one thing we do a lot of, it is driving. Whether it is on remote dirt roads in rural Guatemala or on mega-highways of the United States, AMEDICAusa spends a lot of time on the road. We certainly don’t mind. We meet incredible people, see places that few ever get to see, and travel is an essential part of our mission. As of this writing AMEDICAusa and our partners have equipped and trained over 70 Fire Departments in Guatemala at no cost to them. We would like to make it 100 by the end of the year. So we don’t mind at all. If it were easy, everyone would do it.

6,000+ Miles To Save Lives in Guatemala

This trip is different. From EMS equipment in Vermont, to two Fire Engines in Texas, generous donors have gifted our program with equipment and supplies urgently needed by first responders in Central America. From Bunker Gear in Florida to a breathing air compressor in Ohio, we need to gather their kind donations and ready it for transport to Guatemala.

Among non-island nations, Guatemala is the most “At Risk” for natural disasters. A very small band of brave, dedicated, but severely underequipped first responders is all that stands between its people and catastrophe. That’s why we do what we do.

– Neale Brown, President, AMEDICAusa

Cold Hard Cash…We Need Your Help

Fourteen different Fire Departments, E.M.S. squads and private companies have made generous equipment donations to the effort so far. That will be enough equipment and supplies to outfit more than 10 Fire Departments in Guatemala. Can you step up with a couple of bucks to help get those supplies to those who need it?

Travel is costly. Rental truck, fuel, a couple of one way airline tickets to get our drivers to the fire engines… and the occasional toll… it adds up. While all of our staff, from the hard working folks who help sort, pack and ship to our President are volunteers, the hard fact is that there are costs associated with transporting the donated gear to our brother and sister first responders in Central America. They depend on you to help get it there.

It is easy to donate, just click here (or use the donate tab in the menu) to go to our secure donation page with your credit or debit card, or use your PayPal account. You can also contribute through FaceBook if you prefer. All transactions are handled by securely by PayPal and we do not have access to nor store your financial information.

Other Ways you can Help

Are you near our travel routes? Hold a small fundraiser, fill a boot, or just make us a cup of coffee and we’d be glad to stop by on our way. We might be a little bleary eyed when we get here, but we’re always happy to talk about what we do. Got equipment you would like to add to the cause? Let us know. We’ll make room in the truck.

Who Are you Guys, anyway?

AMEDICAusa is a U.S. 501(c)(3) public charity whose staff have been working in Central America for over a decade. (AMEDICA is an acronym for Aiding Medicine, Education and Disasters In Central America. The usa was added to make it clear that we are an American charity) Our primary focus is on aiding the people of Guatemala, particularly in times of disaster, which is unfortunately common in that country. Our president and volunteer instructional staff are all working or retired professional firefighters, paramedics and/or rescue specialists. Our other volunteers come from all walks of life. We have been recognized both by the NGO community and by the people of Guatemala for our humanitarian work. In 2016 AMEDICAusa was honored to receive the Monja Blanca medal, Guatemala’s highest civilian decoration, for our humanitarian efforts in that country. Interested in joining us? Click here for more information.