7835 SW 102 Lane. Miami, FL 33156
Since then, the initiative has evolved into different programs, adapting to continue providing not only support but also hope to these children.
Since 1996, Turning Struggles into Smiles
Bringing Hope to Children with Cancer in Venezuela
From Dreams to Reality — One Child at a Time
Our journey started with our founder, Beatriz Martinez, and a special team of volunteers who wanted to make children in remission’s dreams come true by taking them to Disney.
Expanding Our Reach with Compassion and Purpose
What We Do now
We have evolved new programs to follow with our mission of providing hope as an essential path for recovery
“Dream Come True” Trip (paused)
Food Supply
Program
Potable Water
Supply Program
Ocular Prosthesis
Program
Christmas
Backpacks
Fundraising
Support
Click on each program below to learn more about its mission and impact.
Transforming Hospital Spaces into Healing
Environments
Hospitals Basic Needs Program (HBNP)
FIANC's aim for this program was to improve hospital spaces where children with cancer spend time during medical appointments and treatments. Originally called the Revamp and Embellish Program, the objective was to enhance oncological units in Venezuelan hospitals, creating environments where appropriate spaces for treatment are integrated with functional, child-friendly settings.
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There is no reliable supply of potable water
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Hospital furniture and equipment are inadequate
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Patients who require hospitalization are often asked to bring their own supplies
Active Partners and Volunteers
Our Team
We help drive our mission by partnering up with a team of volunteers and other non-profit organizations.
Beatriz Martinez
Founder and President
Founder of FIANC, she has dedicated her life to help children with cancer.
Annie Boschetti
Vice President and Treasurer
She has been working with FIANC for 25 years as a volunteer and chaperone of the trips.
Dr. Elian Moral
Oncology Pediatrician
Part of the medical team that supports our program in the hospital in Venezuela.
Turning Hope Into Journeys of Joy
“Dream Come True” Trip
The “Dream Come True” trip has been put on PAUSE given the current circumstances in Venezuela (No US Embassy, no direct flights,difficulty of obtaining travel documents).
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Impact
Children attend chemo sessions with positive mindset and desire to get cured.
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What We Do?
Plan and sponsor week-long trip to Orlando, Fl theme parks. Process visas and documentation.
Where Wishes
Take Flight
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Boxes of Supplies
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Trips
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Christmas Backpacks
Expanding Support Through Strategic Partnerships
Funding Initiatives
We aim to strengthen and expand our fundraising efforts by actively approaching foundations, corporations, and financial institutions. By building strong, strategic partnerships, we seek sustainable support to ensure the continued success and growth of our programs. These collaborations are essential to reaching more families and making a lasting impact.
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