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what we do

To enhance the well-being of the underserved people in El Salvador through human development programs implemented in partnership with our in-country sister Foundation, FUSAL, and other organizations.

WeSUPPORT

We deliver hope
for a better tomorrow.
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WeNOURISH

A national crusade to overcome child malnutrition.
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WeEMPOWER

Building harmonious communities.
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WeAID

Real social responsibility begins by ensuring the well-being of the community
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WePARTNER

Supporting the missions of local partner NGO’s in 
El Salvador.
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The Salvadoran American Foundation (SAF) was founded in Miami,

About us

The Salvadoran American Foundation (SAF) was founded in Miami, Florida, in 1983 by a group of friends, led by Mr. Luis Poma, who were concerned about the social issues affecting El Salvador and its people. In 1985, a sister foundation —FUSAL— was established in El Salvador to receive and distribute aid being shipped from the United States.

Since 1996 —after Mr. Poma's passing— his eldest son, Ricardo, has led FUSAL in El Salvador as its President, and his youngest son, Ernesto, has served as SAHF's Vice President. The Poma family continues to be one of SAHF's biggest supporters. 

In May 2001, the Foundation's name was changed from the Salvadoran American Foundation (SAF) to the Salvadoran American Humanitarian Foundation (SAHF) to more accurately reflect its focus on humanitarian aid and development work.

For the last 24 years, Mr. Jose Eduardo Simán has served as President of SAHF and, together with SAHF's Board of Directors  —comprised of a diverse group of dedicated individuals who volunteer their time and resources— ensures the continuation of SAHF's mission.

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VISION

We are working towards a future where all citizens of El Salvador can meet their basic human needs.

MISSION

To enhance the wellbeing of the underserved people in El Salvador through human development programs implemented in partnership with our in-country sister Foundation, FUSAL, and other organizations.

VALUES

Solidarity

Integrity

We are committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in all of our projects. By fostering a culture of integrity, we build trust and respect, making a positive and lasting impact on those we support.

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in our programs and initiatives. Our commitment to excellence ensures that we deliver impactful, sustainable results. By maintaining a focus on quality and efficiency, we create a positive and enduring impact on our communities.

Love for work

Our love for work is evident in our passion and dedication to making a difference. We approach every task with enthusiasm and commitment to our mission, believing that a heartfelt investment in our work leads to meaningful outcomes.

Renovation

We embrace change and continuously seek new ways to innovate and improve our programs and initiatives. By fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning, we stay dynamic and resilient, always striving to better serve our communities.

Respect

Respect is a fundamental value that guides our interactions and decisions. We honor the dignity, diversity, and contributions of every individual we serve and work with. Encouraging mutual respect, we build strong, collaborative relationships that enhance our impact and support our mission.

Solidarity

Solidarity is the essence of our community spirit. We stand together with those we serve, fostering unity and mutual support in all our initiatives. Our commitment to solidarity means we collaborate closely, share resources, and work collectively to overcome challenges and achieve common goals.


Service

Service is at the core of our mission. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of our communities with compassion, commitment, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Our commitment to service motivates us to provide support and care that uplifts and empowers individuals

Our Partnerships

AmeriCares

AmeriCares

AmeriCares is a non-profit emergency response and global health organization. In times of epic disaster or daily struggle, we deliver medical and humanitarian aid to people in need worldwide.
http://www.americares.org

Bikes for the World

Bikes for the World is a non-profit organization that rescues thousands of unwanted bicycles and ships them to underprivileged communities overseas where they transform lives by facilitating transportation to work, school, health services and generate employment in reconditioning bikes to name a few.
bikesfortheworld.org

BLUSOURCE

For over 20 years, BLUSOURCE has served as an intermediary agency between companies with available excess inventory and the nonprofits that need the products for their programs. Products include items such as clothing, shoes, medicines, and medical equipment which are then made available to partners at a small fee to cover expenses.
myblusource.com

BROTHER's BROTHER

Brother’s Brother Foundation is a gift-in-kind charity that focuses on medical and educational needs around the world. Since 1958, BBF has served 149 countries worldwide with over 105,000 tons of medicines, medical equipment, textbooks, educational supplies and emergency disaster aid.
brothersbrother.org

Catholic Medical Mission Board

Since 1912, CMMB (Catholic Medical Mission Board) is the leading U.S.-based Catholic charity focused exclusively on global health care. Their medical volunteers, donated medicines, HIV/AIDS, child survival and neglected tropical diseases programs and initiatives focus on making health care available to all.
cmmb.org

DELIVERING GOOD

Delivering Good, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and the charity of choice for new product donations made by hundreds of companies in the fashion, home and children’s industries. Donating new merchandise provides these companies with a simple and effective way to help millions of kids, adults and families facing poverty and disaster.
delivering-good.org

Direct Relief

Direct Relief is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that provides medical assistance to people around the world who have been affected by poverty, natural disasters, and civil unrest. Direct Relief can work with healthcare professionals and organizations on the ground and equip them with the essential medical supplies and equipment.
directrelief.org

Feed My Starving Children

(FMSC) is a Christian, non-profit organization with a mission of “Feeding God’s Children, Hungry in Body and Spirit.” At this time, FMSC produces and ships three food products. Each scientifically engineered to help nourish severely malnourished children.
fmsc.org

Food For the Poor

Food For The Poor provides emergency relief assistance, clean water, medicines, educational materials, homes, support for orphans and the aged, skills training and micro-enterprise development assistance, with more than 95 percent of all donations going directly to programs that help the poor.
foodforthepoor.org
Free Wheel Chair Mission

Free Wheel Chair Mission

Founded in 2001, Free Wheelchair Mission is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to providing wheelchairs for the impoverished disabled in developing nations.
freewheelchairmission.org

GOOD 360

Good360’s transforms lives by partnering with socially responsible companies to source highly needed goods and distribute them through their network of nonprofits that support people in need.
good360.org

International Aid

International Aid glorifies Christ by providing medical and health resources to global partners serving those in need.
internationalaid.org

MAP International

MAP International is a global Christian health organization that partners with people living in conditions of poverty responding to their needs by providing medicines, preventing disease, and promoting health to create real hope and lasting change.
mapinternational.org

MEDICAL TEAMS INTERNATIONAL

Medical Teams International provides medical and dental care, humanitarian aid, and holistic development programs to all people in need, regardless of religion, nationality, sex, or race.
medicalteams.org

SUPERIOR UNIFORM GROUP

Superior Uniform Group, Inc. manufactures and sells a wide range of uniforms, corporate identity apparel, career apparel and accessories for the medical and health fields as well as for the industrial, commercial, leisure and public safety markets
superiorgroupofcompanies.com

TOMS

With their customers and Giving Partners TOMS is transforming everyday purchases into a force for good around the world. TOMS Shoes are given in more than 50 countries worldwide with the help of more than 75 Shoe Giving Partners (humanitarian organizations).
www.toms.com

VITAMIN ANGELS

Vitamin Angels' mission is to help at-risk populations in need – specifically pregnant women, new mothers, and children under five – gain access to lifesaving and life changing vitamins and minerals, reducing preventable illness, blindness, and death.
vitaminangels.org

World Medical Relief

World Medical Relief’s mission is to help the medically-underserved both at home and abroad by collecting and distributing recycled medical and dental equipment, medical supplies, laboratory instruments, and medicines to third world and developing nations around the globe.
worldmedicalrelief.org

World Vision

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization dedicated to working with children, families, and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential by tackling the causes of poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or gender.
worldvision.org
SAHF is a 501 (c)(3) not for profit organization Federal Tax ID Number 23-39140 and maintains a policy of fiscal transparency. 

Each year SAHF publishes its financial documents on its website and makes them available to the general public.

SAHF's sound fiscal management practices and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned the highest rating of 4-stars from Charity Navigator, America's largest independent charity evaluator.  

SAHF also upholds apparent conflict of interest and whistleblower policies that enable the Foundation to maintain its financial integrity and reputation for transparency on behalf of its supporters and the general public.

The Salvadoran American Humanitarian Foundation (SAHF) administers five human development programs in El Salvador in collaboration with its partner foundation, FUSAL.  
We are working towards a future where all citizens of El Salvador can meet their basic human needs.
Platinum Transparency 2024 Candid.
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