Our Story
From a single mission to a global impact.
Mano a Mano Relief was founded in the fall of 2007 by Dr. Pedro Cordero, whose life-changing experience on a medical mission to the Philippines inspired him to take action. Deeply moved by the conditions he witnessed, he set out to build an organization focused on addressing urgent medical and educational needs in underserved communities.
From the beginning, Mano a Mano has focused on collecting, salvaging, and transporting donated or gently used medical and educational equipment from the United States to communities across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Latin America—ensuring that valuable resources are put to meaningful use.
Through strong partnerships with international and local organizations, the team works to develop sustainable healthcare and education initiatives. In addition, Mano a Mano organizes medical humanitarian missions, bringing together volunteers and healthcare professionals to provide direct care to individuals and families who would otherwise go without.
Over the years, the organization has expanded its reach, conducting multiple missions to the Philippines and Haiti and delivering vital donations to the Dominican Republic, Ivory Coast, Grenada, Guyana, and beyond continuing to grow its impact across the world.
Our Projects and Activities
Delivering real impact through action and partnership.
Global Humanitarian Efforts
Mano a Mano Relief dedicates 100% of its donated materials and funds directly to humanitarian programs, ensuring immediate and tangible impact. Supported by a diverse group of volunteers and professionals, the organization delivers critical medical support, education, and resources to communities in need.
Mobile Medical Innovation
In 2010, the organization launched a groundbreaking initiative by converting a bus into a mobile medical unit in Haiti, the first of its kind. This unit enables medical teams to reach remote areas and provide surgical care and treatment where it is needed most.
Ongoing Medical Missions
Medical teams continue to return to Haiti and other regions to address urgent healthcare needs, including prosthetic support, vaccinations, and distribution of educational and medical supplies. Today, Mano a Mano’s outreach spans Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Latin America, and the Pacific, with plans to expand even further.
How We Continue to Help
Focused on sustainable impact and long-term support.
Medical Supply Distribution
Soliciting and shipping donated medical and educational supplies to underserved regions.
Direct Medical Missions
Coordinating medical missions to provide hands-on care, treatment, and training.
Global Partnerships
Developing international partnerships to support long-term healthcare and education programs.
Collaborative Outreach Initiatives
Working with non-government organizations in Sudan to establish sustainable healthcare and rehabilitation programs.