These contributions are more than medications; they are relief, protection, and peace of mind for our patients who might otherwise go without.
Supporting under-resourced communities year round with medicine and supplies.
Program Overview
We strengthen communities across the U.S. and worldwide by supplying critical medicines and supplies. Since 1992, we’ve distributed over $3.2 billion in humanitarian aid. We serve as a crucial bridge, connecting medical aid donations to over 250 nonprofit organizations, ensuring essential aid reaches those who need it most. We receive donations, distribute them to trusted clinics and hospitals, and our partners deliver these life-saving medicines directly to those in need.
Access to Medicine: Making a Difference
Impact Numbers
$1.2B
Medical & Humanitarian Aid Distributed (since 2007)
$100M
Medical Aid Sent Per Year to 35 Countries
120
Countries Served (since 1992)
Where We’ve Distributed Aid
Click on the map to explore where Heart to Heart International has served communities around the world.
Partner Testimonials
NC Med Assist
The donated over-the-counter (OTC) medications are vital in supporting the health of uninsured and underserved individuals in North Carolina. These medications help manage common ailments like colds, allergies, and pain, reducing the need for costly urgent care visits. Access to OTC meds also promotes preventive care and enables individuals to address minor health issues before they become serious. By filling a critical gap in healthcare access, these donations improve quality of life and support healthier communities across the state.
Health and Hope Clinic, Florida
The migraine medication is lifechanging for our migraine sufferers. Most patients are unable to tolerate one or both of the older prophylaxis and episodic migraine treatment. This medication is able to be used in both scenarios. It is unavailable to those with little to no income. Our patients also greatly appreciate any over-the-counter medications as these are often seen a common place but most of our patients are not able to afford even the OTC meds.
Christian Medical Association of Ukraine
Healthcare professionals in multiple hospitals have expressed their gratitude for the donations, emphasizing that these supplies have helped reduce shortages and improve patient outcomes. Through these contributions, we have been able to enhance the quality of care provided and support those in urgent need. The donated medications and medical supplies have been essential in providing life-saving care to patients across Ukraine. These supplies have supported hospitals and clinics in treating a wide range of conditions, from infections and chronic diseases to emergency trauma care.
Cross Catholic Outreach
Cross Catholic Outreach is deeply grateful for your generous contribution of a wide range of medicines and medical supplies, which medical staff use in their treatment plans. Your support fulfills the medical needs of the recipient institutions and their staff by providing the resources they need to fulfill their mission.
Impact Stories
Migraine Relief
“I would like to thank them for the medicines they give us, and I hope that they continue to help us,” shared 82-year-old Jose Saravia. In San Pedro Sula, Honduras, Jose struggled to find medication for his debilitating migraines. In partnership with Cross Catholic Outreach and The Pearl Association, we provide vital, specific medicines that public facilities often lack. This critical support brought Jose much-needed relief and is helping bridge healthcare gaps for many.
Maternal Care
We support the Maison de Naissance in Haiti, a birthing home dedicated to healthy mothers and babies. We provide the home with essential medical supplies like Chloraprep, a crucial tool for infection prevention during deliveries, blood draws and vaccinations. They reported to us: “This is a basic but very necessary supply when working in a remote, rural area where good hygiene and sanitation are not the general rule in everyday life, due to a lack of education and a lack of the requisite household supplies.” In 2024, the Maison de Naissance delivered over 380 healthy babies and provided thousands of prenatal and well-baby checkups. “We are very appreciative of the support we receive from Heart to Heart,” they said.
Medicine Access
Nelly, a young mother in Honduras, faces the daily challenges of living with epilepsy. Regular check-ups and lab tests are crucial for managing her condition. However, access to her necessary medications has been inconsistent. When not available at the hospital, these medicines are often prohibitively expensive at local pharmacies, forcing Nelly and others to make impossible choices between critical medicine or food to feed their families. Thanks to our Access to Medicine program, her hospital can provide vital medications to Nelly, and other patients like her, offering her a chance at a healthier future.
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Program Leader Profile
Matthew Ricke
PharmD, Manager of Access to Medicine program
Matthew leads our Access to Medicine program, overseeing global pharmaceutical and medical supply partnerships that support health systems across Africa, Central America, and the United States. A licensed pharmacist with nearly a decade of experience in community and clinical practice, he has managed pharmacy teams, clinical services, adherence programs, and healthcare partnerships. At HHI, Matthew is advancing a transition from a reactive donation model to a proactive, programmatic approach aligned with national priorities and the WHO Essential Medicines List, building sustainable systems that strengthen continuity of care. He holds a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kansas and is dedicated to improving health equity and expanding access to essential medicines worldwide.