History of UBF

For many in Central America, each day is a struggle for the most basic of human needs - the need for clean water, education, healthcare and a means to make a living. United by Friendship was formed in order to assist small communities in Central America responded quickly to the multitude of needs. Over the years, members of UbF have partnered with Central American mayors, local development committees, school and hospital administrators, engineers and Rotary clubs of address these needs.

The chlorinated water systems have significantly reduced the incidence of cholera, gastrointestinal illness and the infant mortality rate. The projects to improve the infrastructure of hospitals has allows expanded services to rural communities. The success of these projects is due to developing a true partnership with the communities in which UbF works. UbF uses local engineers and expertise as much as possible. They have a volunteer Central American on-site coordinator. To ensure the sustainability of the projects, systems of accountability are put in place and on-site visits to review the projects are done annually. Cultural etiquette and protocol is respected.

Village leader consults with UbF volunteers regarding water related issues	New building, floors strewn with green branches

It has been a joy to see some of the beneficiaries of UbF projects take their new found knowledge and apply it to neighboring towns. In the process, goodwill, friendships and credibility have been formed.