I have volunteered with this organization for 9 years. Using my past work experience I have helped procure parts needed for the assembly of these devices. I also helped with laying out the work spaces for making the devices when the assembly operation moved to a larger building in 2007. I have been to Guatemala twice to help with the distribution of the PET devices and I have seen first hand the difference they make in the life of the recipient and their caregivers. Children can now attend school, adults can find a job, and people who h
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I have volunteered with this non-profit for 11 years. They have grown and stayed true to their mission of providing mobility especially to those most in need of a rugged device in rough, rural areas. They are almost entirely operated by volunteers and their overhead costs are at only 10%. They not only provide a specific need of mobility, but they also offer a great opportunity for retirees to share their skills at welding, metal working and woodworking. And many others help with assembly, boxing, loading, office work, etc. PET MO-Columbia keeps in regular communication with their volunteers, donors, vendors, and distribution partners.
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