CCFC is proactive in its fight against HIV / AIDS in developing countries.

Since 2004, we have distributed - through local partners and in collaboration with ENAHPA (Ethiopian North American Health Professionals Association) - millions of dollars worth of urgently needed anti-retroviral medication (ART) to thousands of infected people.

Medicine to assist HIV/AIDS patients

ART has proven to improve the overall health of suffers, which allows many people a sense of independence.

CCFC also engages in several preventive measures. It supports education awareness and prevention, treatment, in-home patient care and nutrition.

The Strong Helping the Weak

Homecare is provided by volunteers, many are HIV-positive themselves. Some of them were seriously ill at one stage, but as a result of CCFC's comprehensive treatment process, they have regained their stamina, received training, and are now helping others in their communities.

Micro-Enterprise Development/Micro Credit

As the patient's health improves, they will eventually need to earn a living and support themselves and their families.

Working through local partners, CCFC provides funding that goes towards skills/vocational training, as well as the provision of small loans.

The average MED/MC participant tends to operate a small shop, develop livestock operations, such as small dairies, or manufactures small consumer items in their homes.

Rebuilding a Positive Self Image

In addition to providing employment options for recovering HIV/AIDS patients, MED/MC provides a deep psychological boost.

People feel better about themselves as they engage in productive activities. This allows them to function as contributing members of their communities, which promotes their Well being.